Fujifilm X-S1 vs Sony HX200V

Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-S1 and Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and HX200V (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and HX200V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was brought out 5 months prior to the HX200V so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S1 grades vs the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-S1 offers outside measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-S1 and Sony HX200V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 against the HX200V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S1 and HX200V is 52 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-S1 and HX200V.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-S1 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX200V will resolve extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.