Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-1

Here is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was launched 12 months earlier than the SH-1 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 Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores versus the SH-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8400W 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) and the Olympus SH-1 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SH-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W against the SH-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and SH-1 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8400W and SH-1.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm S8400W is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.