Fujifilm F800EXR vs Fujifilm S4200

Here is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm F800EXR and Fujifilm S4200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F800EXR (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm F800EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm S4200 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F800EXR was brought out 7 months later than the Fujifilm S4200 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm F800EXR being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm F800EXR grades against the Fujifilm S4200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR & Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F800EXR Gallery & Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F800EXR enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S4200 has measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F800EXR and Fujifilm S4200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F800EXR vs the Fujifilm S4200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F800EXR and Fujifilm S4200 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F800EXR and Fujifilm S4200.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F800EXR because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm F800EXR will give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm F800EXR will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.