Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony RX10 III

The following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm S8300 versus Sony RX10 III, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm S8300 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm S8300 was brought out 4 years before the RX10 III which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades against the RX10 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has proportions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") along with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8300 versus Sony RX10 III in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 compared to the RX10 III.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and RX10 III is 61 and 53 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8300 and RX10 III.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S8300 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony RX10 III will show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.