Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX350
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX350 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 652g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Revealed December 2016
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Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8300 and Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm S8300 was introduced 5 years prior to the HX350 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up versus the HX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX350 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Sony HX350
| Fujifilm S8300 | HX350 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX350 over the Fujifilm S8300
| HX350 | Fujifilm S8300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | December 2016 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 48 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Sony HX350
| Fujifilm S8300 | HX350 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display size |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX350 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8300 provides external 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 Sony HX350 has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8300 and Sony HX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 vs the HX350.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8300 and HX350 is 61 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX350 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8300 and HX350.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX350 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX350 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2016-12-20 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | BIONZ X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | 202 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/7000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 8.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | - | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, advanced, rear sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 670 gr (1.48 pounds) | 652 gr (1.44 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
| 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 | - | 300 images |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $200 | - |