Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon S8100

Here is a in depth review of the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Nikon S8100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and S8100 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and S8100 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was introduced 4 months later than the S8100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades versus the S8100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR & Nikon Coolpix S8100. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery & Nikon S8100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F500 EXR has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon S8100 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Nikon S8100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs the S8100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and S8100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and S8100.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively.