Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm S8500

Lets look more closely at the Canon G3 X and Fujifilm S8500, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the G3 X (1") and Fujifilm S8500 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The G3 X was announced 2 years after the Fujifilm S8500 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G3 X grades against the Fujifilm S8500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery & Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G3 X has physical dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8500 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G3 X vs the Fujifilm S8500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and Fujifilm S8500 is 60 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 X and Fujifilm S8500.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G3 X will deliver more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent G3 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.