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Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Fujifilm FinePix XP200 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9500 front
Portability
92
Imaging
42
Features
37
Overall
40

Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 232g - 116 x 71 x 30mm
  • Announced March 2013
Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-550mm (F) lens
  • 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
  • Released January 2013
  • Older Model is Nikon S9300
  • Renewed by Nikon S9700
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm XP200 versus Nikon S9500, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was introduced 2 months later than the S9500 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP200 matches up vs the S9500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP200 over the Nikon S9500

 Fujifilm XP200 S9500 
Screen resolution920k614kSharper screen (+306k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Fujifilm XP200

 S9500 Fujifilm XP200 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP200 and Nikon S9500

 Fujifilm XP200 S9500 
ReleasedMarch 2013January 2013Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP200 features external dimensions of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon S9500 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP200 versus Nikon S9500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 against the S9500.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP200 and S9500 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP200 and S9500.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S9500 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Portrait photography details
Nikon S9500 Portrait photography details
30
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
31
good megapixels (18MP)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Street photography details
Nikon S9500 Street photography details
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (205 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Sports photography info
Nikon S9500 Sports photography info
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
slow frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
42
great zoom range (25-550mm 22.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery life (230 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Travel photography advice
Nikon S9500 Travel photography advice
66
environment proofing
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
71
lighter than others in class (205 grams)
good megapixels (18MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
long reach (550mm)
great max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
bad battery life (230 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon S9500 Landscape photography highlights
45
reasonably wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse function
46
decently wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
bad battery life (230 shots)
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP200 Vlogging details
Nikon S9500 Vlogging details
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external microphone support
36
decently wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (205g)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of microphone support
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Fujifilm XP200 vs Nikon S9500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP200 and Nikon S9500
 Fujifilm FinePix XP200Nikon Coolpix S9500
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP200 Nikon Coolpix S9500
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2013-03-22 2013-01-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 18 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Max native ISO 6400 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 99
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-550mm (22.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 920k dots 614k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor OLED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames per sec 7.5 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 232 grams (0.51 lbs) 205 grams (0.45 lbs)
Dimensions 116 x 71 x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 images 230 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-50A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, delay, Group Timer) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Price at release $250 $230