Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus SP-100

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm S8400W and Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was brought out 10 months earlier than the SP-100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up versus the SP-100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W comes with outside 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) and the Olympus SP-100 has specifications of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8400W and Olympus SP-100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W and the SP-100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8400W and SP-100 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8400W and SP-100.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm S8400W will be behind in sensor technology.