Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony QX30
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony QX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 193g - 68 x 65 x 58mm
- Revealed September 2014
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Below is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 versus Sony QX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Lens-style by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm S8200 was revealed 20 months before the QX30 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.
Before going through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8200 grades against the QX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony QX30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Sony QX30
| Fujifilm S8200 | QX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | " | Larger display (+3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 0k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX30 over the Fujifilm S8200
| QX30 | Fujifilm S8200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2014 |  | January 2013 | More recent by 20 months |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8200 and Sony QX30
| Fujifilm S8200 | QX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony QX30 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8200 enjoys 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) whilst the Sony QX30 has dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S8200 versus Sony QX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 against the QX30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and QX30 is 61 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony QX30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and QX30.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony QX30 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony QX30 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Lens-style |
| Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2014-09-03 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Lens-style |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | - |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 0k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | - | None |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 68 x 65 x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 200 images |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BN, |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $450 | $348 |
