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Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F

Portability
61
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 front
 
Samsung WB35F front
Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs

Fujifilm S8300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • 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
Samsung WB35F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2014
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F Overview

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was revealed 12 months prior to the WB35F which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades versus the WB35F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Samsung WB35F

 Fujifilm S8300 WB35F 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Fujifilm S8300

 WB35F Fujifilm S8300 
RevealedJanuary 2014January 2013More modern by 12 months

Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Samsung WB35F

 Fujifilm S8300 WB35F 
Focus manually More exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 has got exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 vs the WB35F.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8300 and WB35F is 61 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8300 and WB35F.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm S8300 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Portrait photography details
Samsung WB35F Portrait photography details
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focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
36
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Street photography camera
41
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition (670g)
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (194g)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Sports photography camera
52
amazing zoom range (24-1008mm 42.0 x zoom)
maximum shutter speed is high (1/7,000s)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
39
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Travel photography camera
52
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (1008mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (670g)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
70
lighter than competitors in class (194g)
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great reach (288mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Landscape photography camera
46
focusing manually
decently wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
43
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Vlogging information
Samsung WB35F Vlogging information
24
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic socket
heavier than competition (670 grams)
31
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (194 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic support
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8300 and Samsung WB35F
 Fujifilm FinePix S8300Samsung WB35F
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix S8300 Samsung WB35F
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-07 2014-01-07
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 12800 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1008mm (42.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focusing distance 0cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 200 thousand dots -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/7000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 670 grams (1.48 lbs) 194 grams (0.43 lbs)
Dimensions 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID 4 x AA BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $200 $130