Fujifilm S8100fd vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8100fd was revealed 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm S8100fd | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Fujifilm S8100fd
Galaxy Camera 3G | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 44 months |
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm S8100fd | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8100fd features physical 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and Galaxy Camera 3G is 75 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $300 | $606 |