Fujifilm SL300 vs Fujifilm S9800

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm SL300 and Fujifilm S9800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was brought out 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm S9800 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm SL300 matches up vs the Fujifilm S9800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Fujifilm S9800. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Fujifilm S9800 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL300 features external dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9800 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm SL300 and Fujifilm S9800 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs the Fujifilm S9800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL300 and Fujifilm S9800 is 67 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm SL300 and Fujifilm S9800.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9800 to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL300 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.