Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic S3

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic S3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and S3 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was revealed 24 months prior to the S3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S8100fd matches up against the S3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8100fd has got 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 Panasonic S3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic S3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd compared to the S3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and S3 is 75 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and S3.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic S3 to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind in sensor tech.