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 Sony H300 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). Sony H300 has external dimensions of 130 x 95 x 122 mm (5.1 x 3.74 x 4.81″) and weighs 590 g (1.30 lb / 20.81 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and the Sony H300. Fujifilm S8500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Sony H300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 and Sony H300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm S8500 and Sony H300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony H300 is 80g lighter than the Fujifilm S8500 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm FinePix S8500 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 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 Sony H300'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.