Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S6100

Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and S6100 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and S6100 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was revealed 20 months after the S6100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades against the S6100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XF1 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XF1 offers outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S6100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 against the S6100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF1 and S6100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF1 and S6100.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XF1 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S6100 will render greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XF1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.