Fujifilm S9200 vs Samsung NX100

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S9200 vs Samsung NX100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm S9200 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm S9200 was launched 3 years later than the NX100 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S9200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S9200 grades versus the NX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S9200 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9200 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9200 has got outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S9200 against the NX100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9200 and NX100 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9200 and NX100.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm S9200 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm S9200 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S9200 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.