Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon P1000

Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm S8500 versus Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was launched 6 years prior to the P1000 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores against the P1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Nikon Coolpix P1000. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Nikon P1000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8500 has got 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) while the Nikon P1000 has measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") having a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8500 versus Nikon P1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 against the P1000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and P1000 is 61 and 49 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and P1000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files though you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm S8500 will be behind in sensor tech.