Fujifilm S8500 vs Fujifilm SL240

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm S8500 vs Fujifilm SL240, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was released 13 months later than the Fujifilm SL240 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the Fujifilm SL240 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Fujifilm FinePix SL240. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Fujifilm SL240 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8500 provides physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Fujifilm SL240 has sizing of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8500 vs Fujifilm SL240 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 against the Fujifilm SL240.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and Fujifilm SL240 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and Fujifilm SL240.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm S8500 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8500 will have a benefit in sensor tech.