Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon P500

In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon P500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the P500 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was brought out 3 years earlier than the P500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera and the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades against the P500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Nikon Coolpix P500. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Nikon P500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8100fd has external 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 Nikon P500 has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon P500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd against the P500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and P500 is 75 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and P500.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon P500 to result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.