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Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500

Portability
61
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S8500 front
Portability
61
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40

Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/7000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1008mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Revealed January 2013
Fujifilm S8500
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/7000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1104mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Revealed January 2013
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was revealed at a similar time to the Fujifilm S8500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up vs the Fujifilm S8500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Fujifilm S8500

 Fujifilm S8300 Fujifilm S8500 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Fujifilm S8300

 Fujifilm S8500 Fujifilm S8300 

Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Fujifilm S8500

 Fujifilm S8300 Fujifilm S8500 
RevealedJanuary 2013January 2013Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 comes with outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8500 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 against the Fujifilm S8500.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8300 and Fujifilm S8500 is 61 and 61 respectively.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8300 and Fujifilm S8500.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Portrait photography information
Fujifilm S8500 Portrait photography information
40
you can focus manually
good resolution (16MP)
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
32
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Street photography features
Fujifilm S8500 Street photography features
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than competition (670g)
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than average in class (670 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Sports photography factors
Fujifilm S8500 Sports photography factors
53
incredible zoom range (24-1008mm 42.0 x zoom)
high shutter speed (1/7,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
53
amazing zoom range (24-1104mm 46.0 x zoom)
high shutter speed (1/7,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm S8500 as a Travel photography camera
52
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very long zoom (1008mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (670 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
52
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
very long zoom (1104mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (670g)
does not have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm S8500 as a Landscape photography camera
47
you can focus manually
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
42
quite wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm S8300
Vlogging with Fujifilm S8500
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fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
doesn't have microphone support
more heavy than competition (670 grams)
24
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have external mic jack
heavier than average in class (670 grams)
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm S8500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8300 and Fujifilm S8500
 Fujifilm FinePix S8300Fujifilm FinePix S8500
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm FinePix S8300 Fujifilm FinePix S8500
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2013-01-07 2013-01-07
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Minimum native ISO 64 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-1008mm (42.0x) 24-1104mm (46.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/2.9-6.5
Macro focus range 0cm 0cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 200k dot 200k dot
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/7000 secs 1/7000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported 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 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 670g (1.48 lb) 670g (1.48 lb)
Physical dimensions 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model 4 x AA 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $200 $500