Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm S8200

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm S8200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was released 12 months prior to the Fujifilm S8200 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm JX500 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm JX500 matches up vs the Fujifilm S8200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Fujifilm FinePix S8200. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Fujifilm S8200 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX500 comes with physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8200 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm S8200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 versus the Fujifilm S8200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm S8200 is 95 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm S8200.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm S8200 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX500 will be behind in sensor technology.