• 2/3 inch 58.1mm2
  • 11.1 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 400.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.1 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 2000.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm S100FS advantages over Nikon P900

  • Larger sensor
    2/3 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 2.18 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Longer exposure
    30 vs 15 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Nikon P900 advantages over Fujifilm S100FS

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Fast startup
    ~1.20 vs 2.4 sec
    Faster startup lets you catch the moment
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • More telephoto lens reach
    2,000 mm vs 400 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 360 vs 250 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Newer
    10 years vs 17 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Less shutter lag
    0.10 vs 0.51 sec
    Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
  • More pixels
    16.1 vs 11.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    7.1 fps vs 2.9 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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  • Farthest zoom reach for a fixed lens camera (2000mm eq.); Good image quality for its class; Good vibration reduction; Fast aperture at wide angle (f/2.8); Excellent value for the price.

  • No RAW file recording; Limited capabilities in low light, including struggling with autofocus; Lens not as sharp at full tele end; No hot shoe.

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The Competition

Compared to Canon SX20 IS

Fujifilm S100FS
Canon SX20 IS
  • $800
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm S100FS vs Canon SX20 IS

Nikon P900
Canon SX20 IS
  • $713
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon P900 vs Canon SX20 IS

Compared to Fujifilm HS10

Fujifilm S100FS
Fujifilm HS10
  • $800
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm S100FS vs Fujifilm HS10

Nikon P900
Fujifilm HS10
  • $713
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon P900 vs Fujifilm HS10

Compared to Fujifilm X-S1

Fujifilm S100FS
Fujifilm X-S1
  • $800
  • 2/3 inch
  • Bulb shutter
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm S100FS vs Fujifilm X-S1

Nikon P900
Fujifilm X-S1
  • $713
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Nikon P900 vs Fujifilm X-S1

Compared to Panasonic FZ70

Fujifilm S100FS
Panasonic FZ70
  • $800
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $660
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm S100FS vs Panasonic FZ70

Nikon P900
Panasonic FZ70
  • $713
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $660
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Lighter weight

Compare Nikon P900 vs Panasonic FZ70

Compared to Nikon P950

Fujifilm S100FS
Nikon P950
  • $800
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $797
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking

Compare Fujifilm S100FS vs Nikon P950

Nikon P900
Nikon P950
  • $713
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
  • $797
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • RAW file ability

Compare Nikon P900 vs Nikon P950

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