Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-100
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Released January 2014

Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-100 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S8300 and Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8300 was manufactured 12 months before the SP-100 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm S8300 scores vs the SP-100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 & Olympus Stylus SP-100. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery & Olympus SP-100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Olympus SP-100
Fujifilm S8300 | SP-100 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Fujifilm S8300
SP-100 | Fujifilm S8300 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Olympus SP-100
Fujifilm S8300 | SP-100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8300 offers external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-100 has specifications of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).
See the Fujifilm S8300 and Olympus SP-100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 against the SP-100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and SP-100 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8300 and SP-100.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S8300 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8300 vs Olympus SP-100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Olympus Stylus SP-100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2014-01-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/7000 secs | 1/1700 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 594g (1.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") |
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 | - | 330 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $200 | $400 |