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FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs

Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 front
 
Nikon D2Xs front
Portability
51
Imaging
50
Features
40
Overall
46

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs

FujiFilm S1600
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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 referred to as FinePix S1770
Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
  • Released June 2006
  • Earlier Model is Nikon D2X
  • Successor is Nikon D3X
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs Overview

Below is a complete comparison of the FujiFilm S1600 versus Nikon D2Xs, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the D2Xs (12MP) is very comparable but the S1600 (1/2.3") and D2Xs (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The S1600 was announced 3 years later than the D2Xs and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D2Xs being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S1600 scores against the D2Xs when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Nikon D2Xs

 S1600 D2Xs 
ReleasedFebruary 2010June 2006More recent by 45 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the FujiFilm S1600

 D2Xs S1600 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Display resolution235k230kSharper display (+5k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Nikon D2Xs

 S1600 D2Xs 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1600 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Nikon D2Xs has sizing of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm S1600 versus Nikon D2Xs in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S1600 against the D2Xs.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and D2Xs is 78 and 51 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and D2Xs.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same MP but different sensor measurements. The S1600 features the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The younger S1600 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
54
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have liveview
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 as a Street photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Street photography camera
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
50
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm S1600
Sports photography with Nikon D2Xs
34
amazing zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
53
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
weather proof
comes with phase detect AF
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S1600
Travel photography with Nikon D2Xs
55
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
long reach (420mm)
missing Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
43
weather proof
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Landscape photography camera
36
rather wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
50
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
small screen (2.5")
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
maximum ISO low (800)
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Vlogging information
Nikon D2Xs Vlogging information
25
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic jack
9
no video
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S1600 and Nikon D2Xs
 FujiFilm FinePix S1600Nikon D2Xs
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix S1600 Nikon D2Xs
Also called as FinePix S1770 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Pro DSLR
Released 2010-02-02 2006-06-01
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Large SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.7 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 2848
Maximum native ISO 1600 800
Maximum enhanced ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Nikon F
Lens focal range 28-420mm (15.0x) -
Highest aperture f/4.0-4.8 -
Macro focus distance 2cm -
Available lenses - 309
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 235 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 99% 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/250 seconds
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) -
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 None
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337g (0.74 pounds) 1200g (2.65 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 59
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.9
DXO Low light score not tested 489
Other
Battery model 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $130 $3,999