Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon B700

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the B700 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was revealed 3 years before the B700 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S1 grades against the B700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Nikon Coolpix B700. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Nikon B700 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S1 comes with physical measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Nikon B700 has dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 versus the B700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1 and B700 is 60 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 and B700.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon B700 to provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.