Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony WX70
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony WX70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1104mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
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In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S8500 and Sony WX70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm S8500 was introduced 12 months after the WX70 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8500 matches up against the WX70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery & Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Sony WX70
| Fujifilm S8500 | WX70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Fujifilm S8500
| WX70 | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Sony WX70
| Fujifilm S8500 | WX70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8500 offers outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S8500 and Sony WX70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and the WX70.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8500 and WX70 is 61 and 97 respectively.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8500 and WX70.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm S8500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-30 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 114g (0.25 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $500 | $242 |
