Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8
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![Fujifilm FinePix S8400W front Fujifilm FinePix S8400W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W/Fujifilm-S8400W-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced March 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Released January 2014
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm S8400W was brought out 9 months before the SZ8 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up versus the SZ8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Panasonic SZ8
Fujifilm S8400W | SZ8 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Fujifilm S8400W
SZ8 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | March 2013 | Fresher by 9 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Panasonic SZ8
Fujifilm S8400W | SZ8 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8400W offers exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W against the SZ8.
![Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 size comparison Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ8-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8400W and SZ8 is 61 and 94 respectively.
![Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ8-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8400W and SZ8.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm S8400W will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 sensor size comparison Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ8-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ8-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-03-22 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lb) | 159 gr (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 200 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $300 | $275 |