FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S8600

Here is a in depth review of the FujiFilm S1600 versus Fujifilm S8600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was introduced 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm S8600 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S1600 grades versus the Fujifilm S8600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 has got physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8600 has measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1600 versus Fujifilm S8600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1600 versus the Fujifilm S8600.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and Fujifilm S8600 is 78 and 76 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1600 and Fujifilm S8600.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm S8600 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older S1600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.