Fujifilm S8300 vs Sony TX200V

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm S8300 and Sony TX200V, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was brought out 12 months later than the TX200V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm S8300 scores against the TX200V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8300 features external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Sony TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8300 and Sony TX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 and the TX200V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and TX200V is 61 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8300 and TX200V.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony TX200V to offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8300 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.