Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
- Revealed November 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Other Name is WB5500
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and HZ50W (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe Fujifilm X-S1 was launched 19 months after the HZ50W which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-S1 scores versus the HZ50W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-S1 and Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Samsung HZ50W
Fujifilm X-S1 | HZ50W | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | May 2010 | Newer by 19 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Fujifilm X-S1
HZ50W | Fujifilm X-S1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-S1 and Samsung HZ50W
Fujifilm X-S1 | HZ50W | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S1 enjoys physical measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 and the HZ50W.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S1 and HZ50W is 52 and 70 respectively.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S1 and HZ50W.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung HZ50W will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-S1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Fujifilm X-S1 | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm X-S1 | Samsung HZ50W |
Also Known as | - | WB5500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-11-24 | 2010-05-03 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-624mm (26.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 920 gr (2.03 lbs) | 426 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 216 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-95 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $399 | $250 |