Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung SL30

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung SL30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was announced 4 years after the SL30 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8400W grades against the SL30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8400W provides external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung SL30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W vs the SL30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8400W and SL30 is 61 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8400W and SL30.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S8400W to produce greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8400W is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.