Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Announced April 2013
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X10
- Replacement is Fujifilm X30

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) is very close but the Fujifilm S8100fd (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") boast totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm S8100fd was revealed 5 years prior to the Fujifilm X20 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades versus the Fujifilm X20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Fujifilm X20. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Fujifilm X20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Fujifilm X20
Fujifilm S8100fd | Fujifilm X20 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 52 months |
Display size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm X20
Fujifilm S8100fd | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8100fd enjoys physical dimensions 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 X20 has dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd against the Fujifilm X20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm X20 is 75 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm X20.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm S8100fd using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Fujifilm X20 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm X20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Fujifilm X20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Fujifilm X20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2013-04-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.8" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 85% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/1000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | 353g (0.78 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") |
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 life | - | 270 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $300 | $500 |