Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
- Released November 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-810mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 494g - 116 x 84 x 103mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon P510
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the P500 (12MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and P500 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The Fujifilm X-S1 was launched 10 months later than the P500 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-S1 scores versus the P500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S1 and Nikon Coolpix P500. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Nikon P500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Nikon P500
Fujifilm X-S1 | P500 | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | February 2011 | Fresher by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon P500 over the Fujifilm X-S1
P500 | Fujifilm X-S1 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-S1 and Nikon P500
Fujifilm X-S1 | P500 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-S1 has got exterior measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) and the Nikon P500 has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 versus the P500.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S1 and P500 is 52 and 67 respectively.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-S1 and P500.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-S1 offers the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more recent Fujifilm X-S1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P500 Specifications
Fujifilm X-S1 | Nikon Coolpix P500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-S1 | Nikon Coolpix P500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-11-24 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-624mm (26.0x) | 23-810mm (35.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 8.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 920 gr (2.03 pounds) | 494 gr (1.09 pounds) |
Dimensions | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") | 116 x 84 x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 216 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-95 | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $399 | $399 |