• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 27.00mm - 486.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.4 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 128.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm S8100fd advantages over Panasonic TS7

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.19 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.3
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • More telephoto lens reach
    486 mm vs 128 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Panasonic TS7 advantages over Fujifilm S8100fd

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Thinner
    37 mm vs 79 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    6 years vs 17 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • More dots on screen
    1037k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    20.4 vs 10.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Sony DSC-H50

Fujifilm S8100fd
Sony DSC-H50
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Longer exposure

Compare Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony DSC-H50

Panasonic TS7
Sony DSC-H50
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Panasonic TS7 vs Sony DSC-H50

Compared to Nikon P80

Fujifilm S8100fd
Nikon P80
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer exposure

Compare Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon P80

Panasonic TS7
Nikon P80
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Panasonic TS7 vs Nikon P80

Compared to Olympus SP-565UZ

Fujifilm S8100fd
Olympus SP-565UZ
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Hot shoe

Compare Fujifilm S8100fd vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Panasonic TS7
Olympus SP-565UZ
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Panasonic TS7 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Compared to Pentax X70

Fujifilm S8100fd
Pentax X70
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax X70

Panasonic TS7
Pentax X70
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Panasonic TS7 vs Pentax X70

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FZ35

Fujifilm S8100fd
Panasonic DMC-FZ35
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • HDMI out

Compare Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic DMC-FZ35

Panasonic TS7
Panasonic DMC-FZ35
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture

Compare Panasonic TS7 vs Panasonic DMC-FZ35

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