Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon B700

Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 and Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and B700 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4200 was unveiled 5 years prior to the B700 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades versus the B700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Nikon Coolpix B700. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Nikon B700 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4200 offers exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Nikon B700 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 and the B700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4200 and B700 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4200 and B700.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon B700 to render extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.