Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S8000

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XF1 versus Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and S8000 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was announced 2 years after the S8000 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XF1 scores versus the S8000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XF1 & Nikon Coolpix S8000. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Nikon S8000 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XF1 comes with physical dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8000 has measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus the S8000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and S8000 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XF1 and S8000.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XF1 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon S8000 will give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XF1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.