Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon P500

Here is a thorough review of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Nikon P500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and P500 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and P500 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was announced 7 months later than the P500 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm F600 EXR being a Compact camera and the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR grades vs the P500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR & Nikon Coolpix P500. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery & Nikon P500 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR features external dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Nikon P500 has measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Nikon P500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR against the P500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and P500 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and P500.

Plainly, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F600 EXR having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm F600 EXR will offer greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F600 EXR is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.