Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 808g - 135 x 101 x 146mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Previous Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released February 2013
- Alternative Name is Wi-Fi

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was unveiled about the same time to the Galaxy Camera which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm HS50 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR grades versus the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS50 EXR over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
Fujifilm HS50 EXR | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Fujifilm HS50 EXR
Galaxy Camera | Fujifilm HS50 EXR | |||
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Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+2k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Samsung Galaxy Camera
Fujifilm HS50 EXR | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR features physical measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") having a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Galaxy Camera is 54 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Galaxy Camera.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR provides the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF simpler.

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Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Otherwise known as | - | Wi-Fi |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 808 grams (1.78 pounds) | 300 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 101 x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $500 | $450 |