Canon G1 X II vs Fujifilm S8500

Its time to look more closely at the Canon G1 X II versus Fujifilm S8500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the G1 X II (13MP) and the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) is relatively similar but the G1 X II (1.5") and Fujifilm S8500 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X II was launched 14 months later than the Fujifilm S8500 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon G1 X II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G1 X II grades versus the Fujifilm S8500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II and Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X II Gallery and Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X II has got external measurements of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") with a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8500 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Canon G1 X II versus Fujifilm S8500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G1 X II compared to the Fujifilm S8500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X II and Fujifilm S8500 is 76 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X II and Fujifilm S8500.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G1 X II due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm S8500 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer G1 X II is going to have an edge in sensor tech.