Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX50V
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched April 2013
- Older Model is Sony HX30V

Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX50V Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S4800 versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4800 was launched 2 months prior to the HX50V so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm S4800 scores vs the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX50V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Sony HX50V
Fujifilm S4800 | HX50V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Fujifilm S4800
HX50V | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4800 and Sony HX50V
Fujifilm S4800 | HX50V | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | April 2013 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S4800 comes with 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) while the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S4800 versus Sony HX50V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 versus the HX50V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4800 and HX50V is 66 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4800 and HX50V.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX50V to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-30 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 518 gr (1.14 lb) | 272 gr (0.60 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 400 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $229 | $439 |