Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony HX200V

Here is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm S8500 and Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was manufactured 9 months later than the HX200V which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S8500 matches up versus the HX200V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8500 enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S8500 and Sony HX200V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and the HX200V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and HX200V is 61 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and HX200V.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX200V to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8500 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.