FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Here, we are evaluating the FujiFilm S1600 and Fujifilm S8100fd, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was manufactured 13 months after the Fujifilm S8100fd making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the S1600 grades versus the Fujifilm S8100fd when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 & Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery & Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 offers external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8100fd has measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S1600 compared to the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 78 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and Fujifilm S8100fd.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm S1600 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S1600 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.