Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon P520

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon P520, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the P520 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was revealed 3 years later than the P520 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP90 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades versus the P520 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XP90 and Nikon Coolpix P520. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP90 features physical measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon P520 has measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 and the P520.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP90 and P520 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP90 and P520.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon P520 to resolve more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP90 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.