Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm S8300

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Fujifilm S8300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm S8300 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm HS30EXR was unveiled 12 months before the Fujifilm S8300 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR grades against the Fujifilm S8300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Fujifilm FinePix S8300. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Fujifilm S8300 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR enjoys outside dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8300 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Fujifilm S8300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and the Fujifilm S8300.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S8300 is 59 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S8300.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm HS30EXR provides the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm HS30EXR will be behind in sensor tech.