Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced January 2013
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and S6500 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe Fujifilm X-M1 was brought out 9 months later than the S6500 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades against the S6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 & Nikon Coolpix S6500. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Nikon S6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Nikon S6500
Fujifilm X-M1 | S6500 | |||
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Announced | September 2013 | January 2013 | More recent by 9 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Fujifilm X-M1
S6500 | Fujifilm X-M1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon S6500
Fujifilm X-M1 | S6500 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-M1 comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6500 has specifications of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the S6500.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and S6500 is 87 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and S6500.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 offers the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF easier. The younger Fujifilm X-M1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon S6500 Specifications
Fujifilm X-M1 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-M1 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-09-17 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 54 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-W126 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $399 | $170 |