Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon D70

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm S8200 and Nikon D70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and D70 (6MP) and the Fujifilm S8200 (1/2.3") and D70 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S8200 was unveiled 8 years after the D70 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D70 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores against the D70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Nikon D70. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Nikon D70 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8200 offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon D70 has measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8200 and Nikon D70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 vs the D70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and D70 is 61 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8200 and D70.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S8200 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm S8200 will show extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8200 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.