Fujifilm JX370 vs Sony HX20V

Following is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm JX370 versus Sony HX20V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was unveiled 11 months before the HX20V so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores against the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX370 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX370 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX370 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JX370 versus Sony HX20V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 against the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX370 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX370 and HX20V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX20V to give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX370 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.