Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S6200

Here is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm X20 versus Nikon S6200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and S6200 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and S6200 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X20 was brought out 21 months later than the S6200 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up against the S6200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X20 & Nikon Coolpix S6200. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Nikon S6200 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon S6200 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X20 compared to the S6200.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X20 and S6200 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and S6200.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon S6200 will produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X20 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.