Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Succeeded the Sony HX10V
- Updated by Sony HX30V

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and HX20V (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was announced 6 months prior to the HX20V which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores versus the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Sony HX20V
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | HX20V | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
HX20V | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Sony HX20V
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | HX20V | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2012 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR has exterior measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and HX20V.
Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony HX20V will deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2012-07-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157 gr (0.35 pounds) | 254 gr (0.56 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 320 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $397 |