Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Below is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Fujifilm S8100fd, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm S8100fd (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm HS30EXR was unveiled 3 years later than the Fujifilm S8100fd and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR grades against the Fujifilm S8100fd with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR provides exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") along with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8100fd has measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR compared to the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S8100fd is 59 and 75 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S8100fd.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm HS30EXR having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will provide greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm HS30EXR provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.