Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon S9100

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm XP80 versus Nikon S9100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was announced 3 years after the S9100 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm XP80 matches up versus the S9100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XP80 & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP80 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP80 versus Nikon S9100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 versus the S9100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and S9100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP80 and S9100.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP80 to give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP80 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.