Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S620
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Launched January 2012
- Older Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Later Model is Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S620 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm XP50 and Nikon S620, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the S620 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was revealed 2 years after the S620 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades versus the S620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S620 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Nikon Coolpix S620. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Nikon S620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Nikon S620
Fujifilm XP50 | S620 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Fujifilm XP50
S620 | Fujifilm XP50 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Nikon S620
Fujifilm XP50 | S620 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP50 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S620 has specifications of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm XP50 and Nikon S620 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 versus the S620.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and S620 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP50 and S620.
As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm XP50 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP50 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S620 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix S620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix S620 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.7-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 120g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 | 220 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $180 | $37 |