FujiFilm F80EXR vs Nikon S6500

Here, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm F80EXR versus Nikon S6500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the F80EXR (12MP) and S6500 (16MP) and the F80EXR (1/2") and S6500 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The F80EXR was released 3 years prior to the S6500 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the F80EXR grades vs the S6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm F80EXR Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm F80EXR enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm F80EXR versus Nikon S6500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the F80EXR and the S6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the F80EXR and S6500 is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the F80EXR and S6500.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The F80EXR due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S6500 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged F80EXR is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.