Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic G6
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic G6 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Launched April 2013
- Older Model is Panasonic G5
- Successor is Panasonic G7
Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic G6 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm S8500 versus Panasonic G6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm S8500 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.
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Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S8500 grades against the G6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Panasonic G6
Fujifilm S8500 | G6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Fujifilm S8500
G6 | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1036k | 460k | Clearer screen (+576k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Panasonic G6
Fujifilm S8500 | G6 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | April 2013 | Similar generation | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8500 has got outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has specifications of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S8500 versus Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 vs the G6.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and G6 is 61 and 74 respectively.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and G6.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S8500 includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF tougher.
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 lbs) | 390g (0.86 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $500 | $750 |