Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony HX80

In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm S8200 versus Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was manufactured 4 years before the HX80 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up vs the HX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8200 comes with external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8200 versus Sony HX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 against the HX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and HX80 is 61 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8200 and HX80.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX80 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.