Fujifilm XP60 vs Sony S2000

Following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm XP60 and Sony S2000, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP60 was launched 3 years after the S2000 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm XP60 matches up against the S2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP60 offers outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP60 and Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 compared to the S2000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP60 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP60 and S2000.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm XP60 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP60 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.