Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung SL620

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung SL620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was unveiled 3 years after the SL620 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores vs the SL620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Samsung SL620. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8500 has physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung SL620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 compared to the SL620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and SL620 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and SL620.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S8500 to result in greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8500 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.