Fujifilm T500 vs Nikon S8200

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm T500 and Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T500 was revealed 17 months after the S8200 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm T500 matches up against the S8200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T500 & Nikon Coolpix S8200. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm T500 Gallery & Nikon S8200 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T500 has external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm T500 and Nikon S8200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm T500 against the S8200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T500 and S8200 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T500 and S8200.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should really take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm T500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.