Fujifilm S8200 vs Samsung SL30

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm S8200 versus Samsung SL30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was introduced 3 years later than the SL30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores versus the SL30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8200 offers physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Samsung SL30 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8200 versus Samsung SL30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 against the SL30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and SL30 is 61 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and SL30.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S8200 to show greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8200 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.