Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony HX5

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP50 versus Sony HX5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP50 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XP50 was launched 19 months later than the HX5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades versus the HX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 provides physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the HX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and HX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and HX5.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm XP50 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP50 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.