Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon S6500

Following is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm XP70 and Nikon S6500, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP70 was launched 13 months after the S6500 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades against the S6500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP70 features external measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 vs the S6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP70 and S6500 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP70 and S6500.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm XP70 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.