Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S620

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S620 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X30 was brought out 5 years later than the S620 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X30 grades vs the S620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 & Nikon Coolpix S620. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Nikon S620 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X30 features exterior dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Nikon S620 has proportions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S620 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X30 and the S620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and S620 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and S620.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 comes with the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more recent Fujifilm X30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.