Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung ST6500

In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was announced 24 months later than the ST6500 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the ST6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8500 comes with outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has sizing of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 vs the ST6500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and ST6500 is 61 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8500 and ST6500.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm S8500 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.