Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S6500

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was launched 3 months later than the S6500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores versus the S6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8400W has physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S6500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W compared to the S6500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and S6500 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and S6500.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account.