Canon M vs Fujifilm S8500

Here, we are matching up the Canon M vs Fujifilm S8500, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) is very well matched but the M (APS-C) and Fujifilm S8500 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The M was released 5 months prior to the Fujifilm S8500 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M grades vs the Fujifilm S8500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M & Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M Gallery & Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon M features outside dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8500 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Canon M vs Fujifilm S8500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the M against the Fujifilm S8500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M and Fujifilm S8500 is 89 and 61 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M and Fujifilm S8500.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon M will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.