Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony HX20V
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2012
- Superseded the Sony HX10V
- Successor is Sony HX30V

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony HX20V Overview
Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm Z35 and Sony HX20V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the HX20V which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm Z35 matches up vs the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Sony HX20V
Fujifilm Z35 | HX20V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Fujifilm Z35
HX20V | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Sony HX20V
Fujifilm Z35 | HX20V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z35 features outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm Z35 and Sony HX20V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 compared to the HX20V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z35 and HX20V.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX20V to provide extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z35 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2012-07-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 254 grams (0.56 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 | - | 320 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $130 | $397 |