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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR front
 
Nikon Coolpix S8000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
31
Overall
34

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 Key Specs

FujiFilm F300EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
  • Launched July 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix F305EXR
Nikon S8000
(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
  • Introduced June 2010
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 Overview

Here is a comprehensive review of the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is relatively close but the F300EXR (1/2") and S8000 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The F300EXR was revealed 2 months later than the S8000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the F300EXR grades vs the S8000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Nikon S8000

 F300EXR S8000 

Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the FujiFilm F300EXR

 S8000 F300EXR 
Screen resolution921k460kSharper screen (+461k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Nikon S8000

 F300EXR S8000 
IntroducedJuly 2010June 2010Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm F300EXR features physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon S8000 has measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the F300EXR versus the S8000.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the F300EXR and S8000 is 91 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the F300EXR and S8000.

To sum up, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The F300EXR having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S8000 will result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Portrait photography advice
Nikon S8000 Portrait photography advice
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no manual focus
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
lacks RAW format
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm F300EXR
Street photography with Nikon S8000
60
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (215g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
lacks RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Sports photography info
Nikon S8000 Sports photography info
34
excellent zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Travel photography details
Nikon S8000 Travel photography details
63
lighter than competition (215g)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
very long reach (360mm)
missing Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
61
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
long reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Landscape photography info
Nikon S8000 Landscape photography info
38
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
37
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Vlogging highlights
Nikon S8000 Vlogging highlights
30
reasonably wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (215g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone port
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Nikon S8000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm F300EXR and Nikon S8000
 FujiFilm FinePix F300EXRNikon Coolpix S8000
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR Nikon Coolpix S8000
Also called FinePix F305EXR -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-07-21 2010-06-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 12800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-360mm (15.0x) 30-300mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.3 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing distance 5cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 460k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 215g (0.47 lbs) 183g (0.40 lbs)
Dimensions 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID NP-50 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (3 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $280 $300