FujiFilm F70EXR vs Nikon S3500

Following is a extended review of the FujiFilm F70EXR vs Nikon S3500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the F70EXR (10MP) and S3500 (20MP) and the F70EXR (1/2") and S3500 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The F70EXR was revealed 4 years earlier than the S3500 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the F70EXR matches up vs the S3500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR & Nikon Coolpix S3500. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery & Nikon S3500 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm F70EXR provides physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon S3500 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the F70EXR vs the S3500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the F70EXR and S3500 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the F70EXR and S3500.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The F70EXR having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon S3500 will provide extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged F70EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.