Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5500

Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm SL240 versus Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm SL240 was released 21 months later than the HZ50W making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm SL240 grades vs the HZ50W for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 & Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL240 over the Samsung HZ50W
Fujifilm SL240 | HZ50W | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | May 2010 | More recent by 21 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Fujifilm SL240
HZ50W | Fujifilm SL240 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm SL240 and Samsung HZ50W
Fujifilm SL240 | HZ50W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL240 provides external dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Fujifilm SL240 versus Samsung HZ50W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 against the HZ50W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL240 and HZ50W is 67 and 70 respectively.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL240 and HZ50W.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm SL240 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Samsung HZ50W |
Also Known as | - | WB5500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2010-05-03 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
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 modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 510g (1.12 lbs) | 426g (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 | 300 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-85 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $280 | $250 |