Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Panasonic FZ60

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and FZ60 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was brought out 6 months after the FZ60 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR matches up against the FZ60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR enjoys physical dimensions of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") having a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ60 has measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs the FZ60.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and FZ60 is 54 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and FZ60.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR comes with the bigger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh easier.