Fujifilm S8600 vs Nikon P1000

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm S8600 vs Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was revealed 5 years before the P1000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades against the P1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Nikon Coolpix P1000. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Nikon P1000 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8600 comes with outer measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Nikon P1000 has proportions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") having a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

See the Fujifilm S8600 vs Nikon P1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 vs the P1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8600 and P1000 is 76 and 49 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8600 and P1000.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S8600 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.