Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1104mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2013
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Fujifilm S8500 was released around the same time to the S6500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8500 grades versus the S6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Nikon S6500
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Fujifilm S8500
S6500 | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Nikon S6500
Fujifilm S8500 | S6500 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | January 2013 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8500 comes with outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 compared to the S6500.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and S6500 is 61 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and S6500.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S6500 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lb) | 250 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 ID | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $500 | $170 |