Fujifilm X-S1 vs Sony HX350

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and HX350 (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and HX350 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was revealed 6 years prior to the HX350 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S1 scores versus the HX350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S1 comes with physical measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) and the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Sony HX350 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 compared to the HX350.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S1 and HX350 is 52 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-S1 and HX350.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX350 will render more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-S1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.