Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S9300

Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S9300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was announced 6 months later than the S9300 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades versus the S9300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8300 provides physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S9300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 against the S9300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8300 and S9300 is 61 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8300 and S9300.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.