Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung ST93

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung ST93, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was revealed 21 months later than the ST93 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S8500 grades against the ST93 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Samsung ST93. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8500 comes with outer dimensions 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 ST93 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung ST93 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 versus the ST93.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and ST93 is 61 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and ST93.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm S8500 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.