Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony RX10 II

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm S8200 vs Sony RX10 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm S8200 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm S8200 was introduced 3 years before the RX10 II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores vs the RX10 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 has got external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Sony RX10 II has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 against the RX10 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and RX10 II is 61 and 58 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8200 and RX10 II.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S8200 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX10 II will show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.