Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony H50
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012
(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
- Announced January 2009

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony H50 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Sony H50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and H50 (9MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and H50 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was released 3 years after the H50 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores against the H50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony H50 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Sony H50
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | H50 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 37 months |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
H50 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Sony H50
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | H50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR has got outer measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony H50 has dimensions 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 Z1000EXR versus Sony H50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR against the H50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and H50 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and H50.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will give you more detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm Z1000EXR will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony H50 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
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) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) | 547 gr (1.21 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
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 | 220 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $0 | $80 |