Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon A900

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP80 and Nikon A900, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the A900 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was brought out 13 months prior to the A900 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XP80 matches up vs the A900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XP80 and Nikon Coolpix A900. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP80 comes with outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon A900 has specifications of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP80 and Nikon A900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 against the A900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP80 and A900 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP80 and A900.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon A900 to give greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP80 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.