FujiFilm S3200 vs Fujifilm S8600

Let's look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm S3200 vs Fujifilm S8600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was revealed 4 years before the Fujifilm S8600 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S3200 matches up against the Fujifilm S8600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm S3200 enjoys outer measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8600 has specifications of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3200 compared to the Fujifilm S8600.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3200 and Fujifilm S8600 is 67 and 76 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3200 and Fujifilm S8600.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm S8600 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older S3200 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.