Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX300
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Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX300 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
- Released January 2013
- Previous Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Launched February 2013
- Superseded the Sony HX200V
- Refreshed by Sony HX400V
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and HX300 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm HS50 EXR was brought out within a month of the HX300 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR scores vs the HX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS50 EXR over the Sony HX300
| Fujifilm HS50 EXR | HX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Fujifilm HS50 EXR
| HX300 | Fujifilm HS50 EXR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Sony HX300
| Fujifilm HS50 EXR | HX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | February 2013 | Similar generation |
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR provides outer measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has specifications of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Sony HX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR against the HX300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and HX300 is 54 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and HX300.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony HX300 will deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.
Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Sony HX300 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2013-01-07 | 2013-02-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 920k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 808 grams (1.78 lb) | 623 grams (1.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 135 x 101 x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
| 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 pictures | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $500 | $339 |
