Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony HX90V

Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was introduced 3 years prior to the HX90V and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S8500 grades versus the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8500 enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 vs the HX90V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8500 and HX90V is 61 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and HX90V.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX90V to deliver more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.