Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony WX300
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2013
- Later Model is Sony WX350

Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S4800 and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4800 was brought out at a similar time to the WX300 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S4800 matches up versus the WX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Sony WX300
Fujifilm S4800 | WX300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Fujifilm S4800
WX300 | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4800 and Sony WX300
Fujifilm S4800 | WX300 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4800 comes with physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S4800 and Sony WX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 and the WX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4800 and WX300 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4800 and WX300.
As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony WX300 to offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S4800 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-30 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 518 gr (1.14 pounds) | 166 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $229 | $330 |