Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony HX1

Following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 versus Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the Fujifilm S8500 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm S8500 was revealed 3 years after the HX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S8500 grades versus the HX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8500 has got physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8500 versus Sony HX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 vs the HX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and HX1 is 61 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and HX1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S8500 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm S8500 will give you more detail because of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.