Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon P510

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm S1 and Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was brought out 19 months after the P510 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 grades against the P510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Nikon Coolpix P510. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Nikon P510 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S1 enjoys outer measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Nikon P510 has dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S1 and Nikon P510 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S1 compared to the P510.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 and P510 is 60 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and P510.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm S1 should have an advantage in sensor tech.