Fujifilm SL1000 vs Sony HX50V

Following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm SL1000 and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was launched 3 months before the HX50V so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm SL1000 grades against the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL1000 has got outside dimensions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has dimensions 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 SL1000 and Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 and the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL1000 and HX50V is 61 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL1000 and HX50V.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX50V to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.