Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Replaced the Fujifilm XP60
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Introduced January 2009

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was unveiled 5 years later than the H50 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades vs the H50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Sony H50
Fujifilm XP70 | H50 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 61 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Fujifilm XP70
H50 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony H50
Fujifilm XP70 | H50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP70 features outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony H50 has measurements of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the H50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP70 and H50 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP70 and H50.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP70 to give you greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP70 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony H50 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179 grams (0.39 pounds) | 547 grams (1.21 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45S | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $199 | $80 |