Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX300
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Announced February 2013
- Succeeded the Sony HX200V
- Renewed by Sony HX400V
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Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm S4800 was announced at a similar time to the HX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S4800 grades versus the HX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Sony HX300
| Fujifilm S4800 | HX300 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Fujifilm S4800
| HX300 | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4800 and Sony HX300
| Fujifilm S4800 | HX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | February 2013 | Similar generation |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S4800 has got external dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has sizing of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 and the HX300.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4800 and HX300 is 66 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4800 and HX300.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX300 to deliver greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX300 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2013-01-30 | 2013-02-20 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 518 gr (1.14 pounds) | 623 gr (1.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $229 | $339 |