Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon S4000

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm S8200 and Nikon S4000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and S4000 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was brought out 2 years later than the S4000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S4000 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm S8200 grades against the S4000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Nikon Coolpix S4000. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Nikon S4000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 offers physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4000 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 versus the S4000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8200 and S4000 is 61 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and S4000.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S8200 to deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8200 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.