Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S3600

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm X20 and Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and S3600 (20MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and S3600 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X20 was launched 8 months earlier than the S3600 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X20 grades against the S3600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X20 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X20 has exterior dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3600 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X20 and Nikon S3600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the S3600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and S3600 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X20 and S3600.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X20 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S3600 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.