Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P520

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and P520 (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and P520 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was unveiled 14 months prior to the P520 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S1 scores against the P520 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S1 and Nikon Coolpix P520. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S1 enjoys outer dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) and the Nikon P520 has measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P520 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 compared to the P520.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and P520 is 52 and 66 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S1 and P520.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-S1 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon P520 will provide you with more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-S1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.