Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm S8500

Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Fujifilm S8500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was revealed 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm S8500 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm S8100fd scores versus the Fujifilm S8500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8100fd provides external measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8500 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Fujifilm S8500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd and the Fujifilm S8500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm S8500 is 75 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm S8500.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8500 to resolve more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be behind in sensor technology.