Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony WX300
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Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony WX300 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2013
- Later Model is Sony WX350

Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8600 was unveiled 11 months later than the WX300 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades vs the WX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8600 over the Sony WX300
Fujifilm S8600 | WX300 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2013 | Fresher by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Fujifilm S8600
WX300 | Fujifilm S8600 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8600 and Sony WX300
Fujifilm S8600 | WX300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8600 enjoys exterior dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Sony WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm S8600 and Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 and the WX300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8600 and WX300 is 76 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8600 and WX300.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony WX300 to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8600 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8600 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-900mm (36.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 450 grams (0.99 lbs) | 166 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 81 x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 3 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $200 | $330 |