FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8500

Here, we will be comparing the FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was manufactured 24 months before the Fujifilm S8500 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm AX350 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the AX350 scores versus the Fujifilm S8500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 and Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery and Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8500 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the AX350 compared to the Fujifilm S8500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and Fujifilm S8500 is 94 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AX350 and Fujifilm S8500.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older AX350 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.