Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1104mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon S9700
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm S8500 was brought out 3 years prior to the S9900 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9900 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm S8500 matches up versus the S9900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 & Nikon Coolpix S9900. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery & Nikon S9900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Nikon S9900
Fujifilm S8500 | S9900 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Fujifilm S8500
S9900 | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | January 2013 | More recent by 25 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Nikon S9900
Fujifilm S8500 | S9900 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8500 provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon S9900 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 compared to the S9900.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and S9900 is 61 and 88 respectively.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and S9900.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm S8500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Nikon S9900 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Nikon Coolpix S9900 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/7000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 pounds) | 289 gr (0.64 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 300 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $500 | $300 |