Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm S8300 versus Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was unveiled 2 years later than the SP-610UZ and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up versus the SP-610UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Olympus SP-610UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8300 has outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Olympus SP-610UZ has dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8300 versus Olympus SP-610UZ in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 compared to the SP-610UZ.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and SP-610UZ is 61 and 79 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8300 and SP-610UZ.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm S8300 to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8300 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.