Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Fujifilm S4500 and FujiFilm HS20 EXR side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm S4500 has external dimensions of 118 x 81 x 100 mm (4.65 x 3.19 x 3.94″) and weighs 543 g (1.20 lb / 19.15 oz) (including batteries). FujiFilm HS20 EXR has external dimensions of 131 x 91 x 126 mm (5.16 x 3.58 x 4.96″) and weighs 730 g (1.61 lb / 25.75 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR. Fujifilm S4500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 26mm thinner than FujiFilm HS20 EXR.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 and FujiFilm HS20 EXR.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm S4500 and FujiFilm HS20 EXR.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Fujifilm S4500 is significantly lighter (187g ) than the FujiFilm HS20 EXR which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm FinePix S4500 nor FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR (FinePix HS22 EXR) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Fujifilm S4500 and FujiFilm HS20 EXR's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, FujiFilm HS20 EXR features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Fujifilm S4500 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to HS20 EXR.