Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony HX9V

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm S8200 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was revealed 18 months after the HX9V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores versus the HX9V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 provides 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) while the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8200 versus Sony HX9V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 compared to the HX9V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and HX9V is 61 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and HX9V.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm S8200 should have an edge in sensor tech.