Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H50
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Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 350g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Released January 2009

Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H50 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm X10 and Sony H50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and H50 (9MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and H50 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X10 was launched 3 years after the H50 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X10 scores vs the H50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H50 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X10 over the Sony H50
Fujifilm X10 | H50 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 43 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Fujifilm X10
H50 | Fujifilm X10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X10 and Sony H50
Fujifilm X10 | H50 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X10 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has sizing of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") along with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X10 and Sony H50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X10 versus the H50.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and H50 is 83 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X10 and H50.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X10 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X10 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X10 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H50 Specifications
Fujifilm X10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-07-11 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/1000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (70, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (120 fps), 320 x 112 (200 fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) | 547 grams (1.21 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 245 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-50 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $600 | $80 |