Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Announced July 2011

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and HX9V (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8100fd was brought out 3 years earlier than the HX9V and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm S8100fd matches up versus the HX9V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Sony HX9V
Fujifilm S8100fd | HX9V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Fujifilm S8100fd
HX9V | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 30 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Sony HX9V
Fujifilm S8100fd | HX9V | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8100fd comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd against the HX9V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8100fd and HX9V is 75 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8100fd and HX9V.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX9V to offer you more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | 245g (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 model | 4 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $328 |