Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon S6100
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Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon S6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2011

Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon S6100 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Nikon S6100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and S6100 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

The Fujifilm F600 EXR was manufactured 7 months later than the S6100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR scores against the S6100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F600 EXR over the Nikon S6100
Fujifilm F600 EXR | S6100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Fujifilm F600 EXR
S6100 | Fujifilm F600 EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Nikon S6100
Fujifilm F600 EXR | S6100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm F600 EXR enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon S6100 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Nikon S6100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus the S6100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and S6100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and S6100.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F600 EXR provides the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The fresher Fujifilm F600 EXR provides an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon S6100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-08-11 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVI MPEG4 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 153 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 210 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $230 | $195 |