Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX20V

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8300 versus Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was unveiled 6 months later than the HX20V and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up vs the HX20V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8300 has got outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S8300 versus Sony HX20V 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 select at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 and the HX20V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and HX20V is 61 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8300 and HX20V.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX20V to offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.