Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony HX400V

Here is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was announced 13 months earlier than the HX400V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S8200 grades vs the HX400V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8200 offers physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony HX400V 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 select at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and the HX400V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and HX400V is 61 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and HX400V.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX400V to give you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.