Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S800c

Here is a complete overview of the Fujifilm X30 and Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and S800c (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S800c (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X30 was launched 19 months later than the S800c making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X30 grades against the S800c in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 has got external measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Nikon S800c has measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X30 and Nikon S800c in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the S800c.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and S800c is 80 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and S800c.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon S800c will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X30 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.