Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX20V
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2012
- Older Model is Sony HX10V
- Refreshed by Sony HX30V
Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX20V Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm S4800 and Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe Fujifilm S4800 was revealed 7 months later than the HX20V so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S4800 grades vs the HX20V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX20V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Sony HX20V
Fujifilm S4800 | HX20V | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | July 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Fujifilm S4800
HX20V | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4800 and Sony HX20V
Fujifilm S4800 | HX20V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S4800 provides outside measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) while the Sony HX20V 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).
Analyze the Fujifilm S4800 and Sony HX20V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 and the HX20V.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4800 and HX20V is 66 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4800 and HX20V.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S4800 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-30 | 2012-07-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
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) | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 518g (1.14 pounds) | 254g (0.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 | - | 320 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $229 | $397 |