Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony TX20

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm S8600 and Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was launched 23 months later than the TX20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S8600 scores versus the TX20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8600 offers exterior dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8600 and Sony TX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 versus the TX20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8600 and TX20 is 76 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8600 and TX20.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm S8600 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.