Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon W300

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon W300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and W300 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and W300 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X20 was manufactured 5 years prior to the W300 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X20 grades versus the W300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X20 and Nikon Coolpix W300. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X20 has external measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Nikon W300 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon W300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X20 and the W300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and W300 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and W300.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon W300 will produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X20 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.