Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon A900

Following is a extended review of the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the A900 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and A900 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was released 6 years earlier than the A900 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR matches up versus the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR and Nikon Coolpix A900. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F500 EXR comes with external dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon A900 has proportions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus Nikon A900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR compared to the A900.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and A900 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and A900.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F500 EXR due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon A900 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F500 EXR is going to be behind in sensor innovation.