Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony HX20V

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was manufactured 18 months later than the HX20V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades versus the HX20V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8600 provides physical dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony HX20V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 vs the HX20V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and HX20V is 76 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8600 and HX20V.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX20V to give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S8600 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.