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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200

Portability
75
Imaging
32
Features
26
Overall
29
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front
 
Nikon Coolpix S6200 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8100fd
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • 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
Nikon S6200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
  • 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
  • Released August 2011
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon S6200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and S6200 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm S8100fd was released 3 years prior to the S6200 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades versus the S6200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Nikon S6200

 Fujifilm S8100fd S6200 

Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Fujifilm S8100fd

 S6200 Fujifilm S8100fd 
ReleasedAugust 2011January 2009More modern by 31 months
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon S6200

 Fujifilm S8100fd S6200 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8100fd offers external dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Nikon S6200 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon S6200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd vs the S6200.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and S6200 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8100fd and S6200.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S6200 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Portrait photography highlights
Nikon S6200 Portrait photography highlights
27
focusing manually
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
40
you can focus manually
decent MP (16MP)
has face detection focusing
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Street photography information
Nikon S6200 Street photography information
47
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
63
image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Sports photography advice
Nikon S6200 Sports photography advice
32
great zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
40
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Travel photography factors
Nikon S6200 Travel photography factors
53
flash built-in
really wide (27mm)
very long reach (486mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
70
provides focus via touch
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Landscape photography info
Nikon S6200 Landscape photography info
35
focusing manually
really wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
43
you can focus manually
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not available
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Vlogging features
Nikon S6200 Vlogging features
24
really wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic jack
31
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic support
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S6200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon S6200
 Fujifilm FinePix S8100fdNikon Coolpix S6200
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd Nikon Coolpix S6200
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-15 2011-08-24
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 10 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-486mm (18.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-4.5 f/3.2-5.6
Macro focusing range 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format - MPEG-4, Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 405g (0.89 lbs) 160g (0.35 lbs)
Physical dimensions 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 photographs
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $300 $229