FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony A7S II

Below, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony A7S II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is very similar but the S1600 (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The S1600 was released 6 years before the A7S II and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1600 grades against the A7S II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 & Sony Alpha A7S II. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1600 provides outside 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 Sony A7S II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony A7S II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S1600 versus the A7S II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S1600 and A7S II is 78 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and A7S II.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The S1600 offers the tinier sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The older S1600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.