Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX200V

Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and HX200V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was introduced 9 months later than the HX200V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR scores versus the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR provides 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) whilst the Sony HX200V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX200V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR compared to the HX200V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and HX200V is 54 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and HX200V.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX200V will show more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm HS50 EXR is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.