Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm S9800

Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm S9800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was unveiled 7 years before the Fujifilm S9800 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades versus the Fujifilm S9800 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Fujifilm S9800. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Fujifilm S9800 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8100fd has exterior measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Fujifilm S9800 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).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm S9800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus the Fujifilm S9800.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm S9800 is 75 and 61 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm S9800.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9800 to give you greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.