Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony S980

In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony S980, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and S980 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and S980 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was introduced 2 years later than the S980 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm F660EXR grades against the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm F660EXR features physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR vs the S980.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F660EXR and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F660EXR and S980.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F660EXR with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm F660EXR will resolve extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm F660EXR is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.