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 S9800 and FujiFilm F300EXR side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm S9800 has external dimensions of 123 x 87 x 116 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 4.57″) and weighs 670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz) (including batteries). FujiFilm F300EXR has external dimensions of 104 x 59 x 33 mm (4.09 x 2.32 x 1.3″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and the FujiFilm F300EXR. FujiFilm F300EXR is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 19mm narrower, 28mm shorter and 83mm thinner than Fujifilm S9800.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and FujiFilm F300EXR.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
FujiFilm F300EXR is significantly lighter (455g ) than the Fujifilm S9800 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm S9800 nor FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR (FinePix F305EXR) 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 Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Fujifilm S9800 and FujiFilm F300EXR'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.