Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung NX1

Following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm S8200 versus Samsung NX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the Fujifilm S8200 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm S8200 was revealed 20 months prior to the NX1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up against the NX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Samsung NX1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8200 comes with physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has sizing of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8200 versus Samsung NX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 vs the NX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8200 and NX1 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8200 and NX1.

To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S8200 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1 will result in greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.