Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon D3100

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8200 and Nikon D3100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the D3100 (14MP) is very close but the Fujifilm S8200 (1/2.3") and D3100 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm S8200 was brought out 2 years later than the D3100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D3100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up against the D3100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Nikon D3100. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Nikon D3100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8200 has got physical dimensions 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 Nikon D3100 has measurements of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8200 and Nikon D3100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and the D3100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and D3100 is 61 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8200 and D3100.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S8200 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm S8200 will result in more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8200 should have an advantage in sensor tech.