Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB35F

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was unveiled 12 months prior to the WB35F and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores against the WB35F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 & Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8500 provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung WB35F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 vs the WB35F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and WB35F is 61 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and WB35F.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos although you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm S8500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.