Fujifilm SL1000 vs Sony HX10V

Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was released 11 months after the HX10V so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up against the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL1000 comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") along with a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Sony HX10V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs the HX10V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL1000 and HX10V is 61 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL1000 and HX10V.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX10V to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm SL1000 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.