Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S8200

Below is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm S8500 and Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was launched 17 months later than the S8200 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the S8200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8500 has got exterior 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) whilst the Nikon S8200 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8500 and Nikon S8200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 compared to the S8200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and S8200 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and S8200.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm S8500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.