Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Fujifilm S8500 and Fujifilm S8600 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm S8500 has external dimensions of and weighs 670 g (including batteries). Fujifilm S8600 has external dimensions of 121 x 81 x 65 mm (4.76 x 3.19 x 2.56″) and weighs 450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and the Fujifilm S8600. Fujifilm S8600 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 51mm thinner than Fujifilm S8500.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and Fujifilm S8600.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm S8500 and Fujifilm S8600.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Fujifilm S8600 is significantly lighter (220g ) than the Fujifilm S8500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm FinePix S8500 nor Fujifilm FinePix S8600 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Fujifilm S8500 and Fujifilm S8600's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.