Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro was introduced in July 2007 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 was introduced in December 2016. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 over Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a 2.5" Fixed screen with 230k dot resolution and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 922k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

Viewfinder

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinderSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 202k dot resolution. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has 95% coverage with 0.94x (0.63x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 has 100% coverage magnification.

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro features a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23 x 15.5 mm and a total area of 356.5 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 features a 20 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200 and expands to 80 - 12,800 in boosted mode.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro can take pictures up to 4256 x 2848 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3024 x 2016, 2304 x 1536 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 is equipped with BIONZ X processor and can take pictures up to 5184 x 3456 resolution.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 nothing can be done.

NFC on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 comes with NB-BX1 battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a single Compact Flash (Type I/II) card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo card slot.

Shutter

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has Electronically controlled Vertical-traverse Focal-plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro, and up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 12.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and 8.50 m at Auto ISO on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro also accepts external flash which can be connected via X-contact hot-shoe (with i-TTL support). The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro.

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro body has dimensions of 147 x 113 x 74 mm (5.79 x 4.45 x 2.91") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 body has dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.12 x 3.66 x 4.06"). Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro weighs 920 g (2.03 lb / 32.45 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 weighs 652 g (1.44 lb / 23.00 oz).

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350

147 mm

113 mm

130 mm

93 mm