Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon S6500

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm S4200 versus Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4200 was revealed 12 months before the S6500 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S4200 matches up against the S6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 & Nikon Coolpix S6500. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery & Nikon S6500 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4200 comes with physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 against the S6500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4200 and S6500 is 67 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4200 and S6500.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S6500 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.