Fujifilm X10 vs Sony WX500

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm X10 and Sony WX500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and WX500 (18MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and WX500 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X10 was revealed 3 years earlier than the WX500 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X10 grades versus the WX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X10 features external dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X10 and Sony WX500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X10 vs the WX500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X10 and WX500 is 83 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X10 and WX500.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X10 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX500 will offer greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.