Fujifilm S8500 vs Sigma fp L

Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm S8500 versus Sigma fp L, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the Fujifilm S8500 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm S8500 was revealed 9 years earlier than the fp L and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8500 comes with exterior 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 Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8500 versus Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 vs the fp L.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8500 and fp L is 61 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and fp L.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S8500 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sigma fp L will offer greater detail because of its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.