Fujifilm FinePix S8500 vs Canon PowerShot G5 X

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and the Canon PowerShot G5 X, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm FinePix S8500 was introduced in January 2013 and Canon PowerShot G5 X was introduced in September 2015. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S8500 over Canon PowerShot G5 X.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot G5 X over Fujifilm FinePix S8500.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Canon PowerShot G5 X have 3.0" screens with 460k dot and 1,040k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm FinePix S8500 has a Fixed screen Canon PowerShot G5 X has a Fully Articulated screen which makes it selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting. Canon PowerShot G5 X also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Canon PowerShot G5 X) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Viewfinder

Fujifilm FinePix S8500 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 200k dot resolution and Canon PowerShot G5 X has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution. magnification and Canon PowerShot G5 X has 100% coverage magnification.

BSI-CMOS Sensor

Fujifilm FinePix S8500 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 64 - 12,800. Canon PowerShot G5 X features a 20.2 megapixel 1-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 13.2 x 8.8 mm and a total area of 77.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 12,800.

The cameras have BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Fujifilm FinePix S8500 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. Canon PowerShot G5 X is equipped with DIGIC 6 processor and can take pictures up to 5472 x 3648 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 5472 x 3080, 4864 x 3648, 4320 x 2880, 4320 x 2432, 3840 x 2880, 2304 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 720 x 480, 720 x 408, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot G5 X

Canon PowerShot G5 X has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC

Cameras have Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm FinePix S8500 has a Mini HDMI and Canon PowerShot G5 X has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm FinePix S8500 comes with 4 x AA battery pack and Canon PowerShot G5 X comes with NB-13L battery pack with battery life of 210 shots.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/7000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S8500, and up to 1/2000 sec on Canon PowerShot G5 X. Fujifilm FinePix S8500 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps. Canon PowerShot G5 X can shoot continuously up to 5.9 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m at Auto ISO on Canon PowerShot G5 X. Canon PowerShot G5 X also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount..

Fujifilm FinePix S8500 body has dimensions of 123 x 87 x 116 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 4.57") and Canon PowerShot G5 X body has dimensions of 112 x 76 x 44 mm (4.41 x 2.99 x 1.73"). Fujifilm FinePix S8500 weighs 670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz) and Canon PowerShot G5 X weighs 353 g (0.78 lb / 12.45 oz).

Fujifilm FinePix S8500

Canon PowerShot G5 X

123 mm

87 mm

112 mm

76 mm

87 mm

76 mm

116 mm

44 mm