• 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 1000.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 875.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm HS50EXR advantages over Samsung WB2100

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Samsung WB2100 advantages over Fujifilm HS50EXR

  • Less expensive
    $330 vs $550 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Thinner
    56 mm vs 145 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    503g vs 808g
    Lighter weight

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • 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
Samsung WB2100
Fujifilm HS20EXR
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • HDMI out

Compared to Fujifilm HS30EXR

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
Samsung WB2100
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • HDMI out

Compared to Fujifilm HS25EXR

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Fujifilm HS25EXR
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
Samsung WB2100
Fujifilm HS25EXR
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • HDMI out

Compared to Nikon L830

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Nikon L830
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
Samsung WB2100
Nikon L830
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Manual focus
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 1080p video

Compared to Fujifilm S8600

Fujifilm HS50EXR
Fujifilm S8600
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Integrated ND filter
Samsung WB2100
Fujifilm S8600
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
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