FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched June 2010

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AX350 was manufactured 7 months after the S8000 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the AX350 scores against the S8000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Nikon Coolpix S8000. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Nikon S8000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Nikon S8000
AX350 | S8000 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the FujiFilm AX350
S8000 | AX350 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon S8000
AX350 | S8000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AX350 enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon S8000 has sizing of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the AX350 versus the S8000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AX350 and S8000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and S8000.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the FujiFilm AX350 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher AX350 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S8000 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Nikon Coolpix S8000 |
Also called | FinePix AX355 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 183g (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $300 |