Fujifilm S8500 vs Pentax X70

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S8500 and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was announced 3 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S8500 grades versus the X70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Pentax X70. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8500 offers outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8500 and Pentax X70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 compared to the X70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and X70 is 61 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8500 and X70.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S8500 to show greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8500 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.