Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200
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![Fujifilm FinePix S8300 front Fujifilm FinePix S8300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8300/Fujifilm-S8300-front.jpg)
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39 Features
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Announced August 2011
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm S8300 was brought out 17 months after the S8200 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades versus the S8200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 & Nikon Coolpix S8200. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery & Nikon S8200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Nikon S8200
Fujifilm S8300 | S8200 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Fujifilm S8300
S8200 | Fujifilm S8300 | |||
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Screen resolution | 961k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+501k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon S8200
Fujifilm S8300 | S8200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8300 provides exterior 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 S8200 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon S8200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 and the S8200.
![Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 size comparison Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and S8200 is 61 and 91 respectively.
![Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8300 and S8200.
All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm S8300 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
![Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 sensor size comparison Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S8200 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 25-350mm (14.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 961k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/7000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 213 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 life | - | 250 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $329 |