Fujifilm S9900w vs Sony HX30V

Below is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm S9900w and Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was manufactured 2 years later than the HX30V and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades versus the HX30V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9900w & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9900w comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S9900w and Sony HX30V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w against the HX30V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9900w and HX30V is 61 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9900w and HX30V.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX30V to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S9900w will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.