Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300
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Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-900mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 450g - 121 x 81 x 65mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Released January 2012
Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm S8600 was manufactured 2 years later than the Fujifilm SL300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S8600 matches up vs the Fujifilm SL300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Fujifilm FinePix SL300. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Fujifilm SL300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8600 over the Fujifilm SL300
Fujifilm S8600 | Fujifilm SL300 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2012 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL300 over the Fujifilm S8600
Fujifilm SL300 | Fujifilm S8600 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8600 and Fujifilm SL300
Fujifilm S8600 | Fujifilm SL300 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8600 comes with physical measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Fujifilm SL300 has dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 vs the Fujifilm SL300.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8600 and Fujifilm SL300 is 76 and 67 respectively.
Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8600 and Fujifilm SL300.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8600 to give extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8600 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8600 vs Fujifilm SL300 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Fujifilm FinePix SL300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Fujifilm FinePix SL300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-900mm (36.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 450g (0.99 lb) | 510g (1.12 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 81 x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 410 photos | 300 photos |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 3 x AA | NP-85 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $200 | $280 |