Fujifilm S8300 vs Fujifilm SL300

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm S8300 and Fujifilm SL300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was brought out 13 months after the Fujifilm SL300 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades vs the Fujifilm SL300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Fujifilm FinePix SL300. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Fujifilm SL300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8300 offers external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Fujifilm SL300 has specifications of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8300 and Fujifilm SL300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 versus the Fujifilm SL300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and Fujifilm SL300 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8300 and Fujifilm SL300.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8300 to offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8300 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.