Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon P80

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm S4200 and Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and P80 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4200 was announced 3 years later than the P80 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades versus the P80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 & Nikon Coolpix P80. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery & Nikon P80 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S4200 enjoys physical dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Nikon P80 has specifications of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S4200 and Nikon P80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 and the P80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4200 and P80 is 67 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4200 and P80.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Fujifilm S4200 to give you more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S4200 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.