Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S6000

On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm X20 versus Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and S6000 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X20 was released 3 years later than the S6000 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X20 grades vs the S6000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 & Nikon Coolpix S6000. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Nikon S6000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 provides outer measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon S6000 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X20 versus Nikon S6000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X20 versus the S6000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and S6000 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and S6000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon S6000 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X20 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.