Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Announced March 2016
Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Fujifilm S8300 was revealed 4 years prior to the HX80 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S8300 scores against the HX80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Sony HX80
Fujifilm S8300 | HX80 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony HX80 over the Fujifilm S8300
HX80 | Fujifilm S8300 | |||
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Announced | March 2016 | January 2013 | More recent by 38 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Sony HX80
Fujifilm S8300 | HX80 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8300 has outer 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 Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 vs the HX80.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and HX80 is 61 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8300 and HX80.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX80 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8300 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony HX80 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2016-03-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, on, slow sync, off, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 grams (1.48 lb) | 245 grams (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 390 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $200 | $368 |