FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-810mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 494g - 116 x 84 x 103mm
- Released February 2011
- Replacement is Nikon P510

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the P500 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1600 was launched 12 months before the P500 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S1600 grades versus the P500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 & Nikon Coolpix P500. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery & Nikon P500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Nikon P500
S1600 | P500 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P500 over the FujiFilm S1600
P500 | S1600 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Nikon P500
S1600 | P500 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Nikon P500 has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S1600 compared to the P500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and P500 is 78 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and P500.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S1600 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon P500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Nikon Coolpix P500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Nikon Coolpix P500 |
Also called as | FinePix S1770 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 23-810mm (35.2x) |
Maximum aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 8.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 lb) | 494g (1.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 116 x 84 x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $130 | $399 |