Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Sony S980

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Sony S980, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and S980 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and S980 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was brought out 2 years later than the S980 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR grades against the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR enjoys 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 Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Sony S980 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR compared to the S980.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and S980.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F600 EXR featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm F600 EXR will offer you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm F600 EXR provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.