Fujifilm S8400W vs Olympus TG-850 iHS

Here is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm S8400W and Olympus TG-850 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the TG-850 iHS (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was brought out 10 months prior to the TG-850 iHS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-850 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S8400W grades vs the TG-850 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you need to 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) whilst the Olympus TG-850 iHS has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8400W and Olympus TG-850 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W against the TG-850 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8400W and TG-850 iHS is 61 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and TG-850 iHS.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm S8400W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.