• 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 1000.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.1 megapixels
  • 20.00mm - 1200.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm HS50EXR advantages over Panasonic FZ70

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 600 vs 400 shots
    Capture more photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 460k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.0 fps vs 10.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    5 vs 3 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Panasonic FZ70 advantages over Fujifilm HS50EXR

  • Less expensive
    $400 vs $550 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • More telephoto lens reach
    1,200 mm vs 1,000 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Lighter weight
    606g vs 808g
    Lighter weight
  • Wider angle lens
    20 mm vs 24 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm HS20EXR

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Fujifilm HS20EXR
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Fujifilm HS50EXR vs Fujifilm HS20EXR

Panasonic FZ70
Fujifilm HS20EXR
  • $660
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Panasonic FZ70 vs Fujifilm HS20EXR

Compared to Fujifilm HS30EXR

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch

Compare Fujifilm HS50EXR vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Panasonic FZ70
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $660
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Panasonic FZ70 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Compared to Fujifilm HS25EXR

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Fujifilm HS25EXR
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Fujifilm HS50EXR vs Fujifilm HS25EXR

Panasonic FZ70
Fujifilm HS25EXR
  • $660
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Faster shutter

Compare Panasonic FZ70 vs Fujifilm HS25EXR

Compared to Samsung WB2200F

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Samsung WB2200F
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $675
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Fujifilm HS50EXR vs Samsung WB2200F

Panasonic FZ70
Samsung WB2200F
  • $660
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Hot shoe
  • $675
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC

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Compared to Olympus SP-100

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Olympus SP-100
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $600
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm HS50EXR vs Olympus SP-100

Panasonic FZ70
Olympus SP-100
  • $660
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $600
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • Slow-motion videos

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