Fujifilm SL240 vs Sony HX99

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm SL240 versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the Fujifilm SL240 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm SL240 was announced 7 years prior to the HX99 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX99 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm SL240 grades vs the HX99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL240 features outer measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony HX99 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm SL240 versus Sony HX99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 against the HX99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL240 and HX99 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL240 and HX99.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm SL240 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX99 will produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL240 will be behind in sensor technology.