Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon B700

Below is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the B700 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was revealed 4 years prior to the B700 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up versus the B700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Nikon Coolpix B700. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Nikon B700 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8300 offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon B700 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon B700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 vs the B700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and B700 is 61 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8300 and B700.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon B700 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.