Fujifilm S2000HD vs Sony HX30V

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S2000HD vs Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S2000HD was unveiled 4 years earlier than the HX30V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S2000HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S2000HD grades against the HX30V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S2000HD comes with external measurements of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S2000HD against the HX30V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S2000HD and HX30V is 75 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S2000HD and HX30V.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX30V to result in greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S2000HD will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.