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Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W

Portability
61
Imaging
40
Features
42
Overall
40
Fujifilm FinePix S8200 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W front
Portability
61
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W Key Specs

Fujifilm S8200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Announced January 2013
Fujifilm S8400W
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Revealed March 2013
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W Overview

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm S8400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was launched 2 months prior to the Fujifilm S8400W so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up vs the Fujifilm S8400W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Fujifilm S8400W

 Fujifilm S8200 Fujifilm S8400W 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Fujifilm S8200

 Fujifilm S8400W Fujifilm S8200 

Common features in the Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm S8400W

 Fujifilm S8200 Fujifilm S8400W 
RevealedJanuary 2013March 2013Same generation
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8200 enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8400W has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm S8400W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 versus the Fujifilm S8400W.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm S8400W is 61 and 61 respectively.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm S8400W.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm S8200
Portrait photography with Fujifilm S8400W
40
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
40
has manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm S8200
Street photography with Fujifilm S8400W
41
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (670g)
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than competition in class (670g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8200 Sports photography information
Fujifilm S8400W Sports photography information
50
great zoom range (24-960mm 40.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
53
amazing zoom range (24-1056mm 44.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
supports tracking focus
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm S8200
Travel photography with Fujifilm S8400W
52
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (24mm)
great zoom (960mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (670g)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
52
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
great reach (1056mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (670 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8200 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm S8400W as a Landscape photography camera
47
has manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
47
has manual focus
really wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8200 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm S8400W as a Vlogging camera
24
relatively wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic support
heavier than competitors in class (670 grams)
24
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of mic port
heavier than competition in class (670 grams)
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm S8400W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm S8400W
 Fujifilm FinePix S8200Fujifilm FinePix S8400W
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm FinePix S8200 Fujifilm FinePix S8400W
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2013-01-07 2013-03-22
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS 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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 12800 12800
Lowest native ISO 64 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-960mm (40.0x) 24-1056mm (44.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/2.9-6.5
Macro focusing distance 0cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 200 thousand dot 201 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 97%
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1700 secs 1/1700 secs
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 7.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 670 grams (1.48 pounds) 670 grams (1.48 pounds)
Dimensions 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 300 images
Style of battery - AA
Battery ID 4 x AA 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch price $450 $300