Fujifilm S8600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm S8600 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was announced 17 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8600 has got outer 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 76 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8600 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images but you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm S8600 provides an edge in sensor tech.