Fujifilm X-S1 vs Nikon P900

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and P900 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and P900 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was unveiled 4 years before the P900 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up versus the P900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S1 and Nikon Coolpix P900. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Nikon P900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S1 features outer dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) and the Nikon P900 has measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") accompanied by a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Nikon P900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 versus the P900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and P900 is 52 and 52 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S1 and P900.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon P900 will provide you with more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-S1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.