Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Nikon S6500

Following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and S6500 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm HS35EXR was brought out about the same time to the S6500 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm HS35EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR scores versus the S6500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR & Nikon Coolpix S6500. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery & Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm HS35EXR provides physical measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR compared to the S6500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and S6500 is 59 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and S6500.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS35EXR comes with the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh easier.