Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Fujifilm S8100fd, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was announced 3 years after the Fujifilm S8100fd which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up against the Fujifilm S8100fd in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JZ100 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8100fd has dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Fujifilm S8100fd in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 compared to the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JZ100 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 95 and 75 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Fujifilm S8100fd.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm JZ100 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JZ100 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.