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FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
FujiFilm FinePix T300 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S8000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
31
Overall
34

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 Key Specs

FujiFilm T300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
  • Revealed July 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix T305
Nikon S8000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • 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 T300 vs Nikon S8000 Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the FujiFilm T300 and Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The T300 was brought out 14 months after the S8000 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the T300 grades against the S8000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Nikon S8000

 T300 S8000 
IntroducedJuly 2011June 2010Newer by 14 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the FujiFilm T300

 S8000 T300 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Nikon S8000

 T300 S8000 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm T300 has external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon S8000 has specifications of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm T300 and Nikon S8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the T300 and the S8000.

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T300 and S8000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the T300 and S8000.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger T300 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm T300 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S8000 as a Portrait photography camera
33
decent MP (14MP)
features face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
good resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Street photography advice
Nikon S8000 Street photography advice
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Sports photography factors
Nikon S8000 Sports photography factors
37
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
features tracking focus
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery (180 per charge)
lack of phase detect AF
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
max frames per second low (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Travel photography details
Nikon S8000 Travel photography details
65
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
very long zoom (280mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
not so great battery (180 shots)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
61
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
very long reach (300mm)
no Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S8000 Landscape photography factors
36
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
not so great battery (180 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse recording
37
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm T300 Vlogging information
Nikon S8000 Vlogging information
31
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone jack
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
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FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S8000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm T300 and Nikon S8000
 FujiFilm FinePix T300Nikon Coolpix S8000
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix T300 Nikon Coolpix S8000
Also referred to as FinePix T305 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-07-19 2010-06-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 30-300mm (10.0x)
Max aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing range 5cm 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 151 gr (0.33 pounds) 183 gr (0.40 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 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 life 180 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (3 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $250 $300