Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed March 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced January 2013

Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8400W was released 3 months later than the SH-50 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores versus the SH-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Olympus SH-50. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Olympus SH-50
Fujifilm S8400W | SH-50 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Fujifilm S8400W
SH-50 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Olympus SH-50
Fujifilm S8400W | SH-50 | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W has got outer 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) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has specifications of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W and the SH-50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8400W and SH-50 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and SH-50.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

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Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-50 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Olympus SH-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Olympus SH-50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-03-22 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VI |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lb) | 269 grams (0.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 photos | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $300 | $300 |