Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Alternate Name is Wi-Fi

Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8500 was unveiled around the same time to the Galaxy Camera which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the Galaxy Camera with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
Fujifilm S8500 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Fujifilm S8500
Galaxy Camera | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
Fujifilm S8500 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8500 provides external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8500 and Galaxy Camera is 61 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and Galaxy Camera.
Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Alternate name | - | Wi-Fi |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 300 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $500 | $450 |