Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Released June 2010

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and S8000 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was brought out 10 months before the S8000 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades against the S8000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Nikon Coolpix S8000. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Nikon S8000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Nikon S8000
Fujifilm Z37 | S8000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Fujifilm Z37
S8000 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Released | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 10 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon S8000
Fujifilm Z37 | S8000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 features external measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8000 has dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the S8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and S8000 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and S8000.
To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S8000 to give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8000 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Nikon Coolpix S8000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 pounds) | 183g (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $130 | $300 |