Fujifilm S8600 vs Nikon P520

Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S8600 vs Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the P520 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was unveiled 12 months later than the P520 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades versus the P520 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 & Nikon Coolpix P520. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery & Nikon P520 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8600 provides external dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Nikon P520 has sizing of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 compared to the P520.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8600 and P520 is 76 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8600 and P520.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon P520 to produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8600 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.