Fujifilm XP60 vs Nikon S630

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm XP60 and Nikon S630, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and S630 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP60 was revealed 4 years after the S630 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP60 grades versus the S630 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 and Nikon Coolpix S630. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP60 has external dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Nikon S630 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP60 and Nikon S630 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 compared to the S630.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP60 and S630 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP60 and S630.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP60 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP60 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.