Fujifilm S4200 vs Sony H50
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Fujifilm S4200 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Launched January 2009
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Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S4200 and Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm S4200 was introduced 3 years after the H50 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades against the H50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Sony H50
| Fujifilm S4200 | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Fujifilm S4200
| H50 | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4200 and Sony H50
| Fujifilm S4200 | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Fujifilm S4200 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S4200 has got physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Sony H50 has sizing of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") along with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm S4200 and Sony H50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 and the H50.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4200 and H50 is 67 and 69 respectively.
Fujifilm S4200 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S4200 and H50.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4200 to provide extra detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S4200 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S4200 vs Sony H50 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2012-01-05 | 2009-01-15 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 9.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 543g (1.20 lbs) | 547g (1.21 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 images | - |
| Style of battery | AA | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $200 | $80 |