Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB210
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1104mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced July 2011

Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm S8500 and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8500 was revealed 18 months after the WB210 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the WB210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Samsung WB210. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Samsung WB210
Fujifilm S8500 | WB210 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 1k | Sharper display (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Fujifilm S8500
WB210 | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Samsung WB210
Fujifilm S8500 | WB210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8500 has got outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8500 and Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and the WB210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and WB210 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and WB210.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8500 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Samsung WB210 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/7000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lb) | 174 grams (0.38 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $500 | $279 |