Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung PL200

Here is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was launched 2 years later than the PL200 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores vs the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 has got exterior 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 Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 against the PL200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and PL200 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8200 and PL200.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8200 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8200 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.