Nikon D2X vs Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon D2X and the Fujifilm FinePix S8600, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Nikon D2X was introduced in June 2005 and Fujifilm FinePix S8600 was introduced in January 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Nikon D2X Highlights

      • 12.4 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 800 Native ISO
      • 2.5" 235k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600 Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Nikon D2X
      4. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S8600
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon D2X and Fujifilm FinePix S8600.

      PROS

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.4 Megapixel
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low DxO Overall Score - 59
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Heavy - 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 410 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps

      Advantage of Nikon D2X

      Nikon D2X
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon D2X over Fujifilm FinePix S8600.

      Nikon D2X vs Fujifilm FinePix S8600
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.3-inch
      RAW Support vs
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 8 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/8000 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Environmental Sealing vs

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      Nikon D2H
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      APS-C

      4.1 MP

      Nikon D3
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Nikon D4
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      Full Frame

      16.2 MP

      Nikon D3X
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      Full Frame

      24.5 MP

      Nikon D2Xs
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      APS-C

      12.4 MP

      Nikon D4s
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      Full Frame

      16.2 MP

      Nikon D1H
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      APS-C

      2.7 MP

      Nikon D3S
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Nikon D6
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      Full Frame

      20.8 MP

      Nikon D1X
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      APS-C

      5.3 MP

      Nikon D2Hs
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      APS-C

      4.1 MP

      Nikon D5
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      Full Frame

      20.8 MP

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      Fujifilm S8600
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S8600 over Nikon D2X.

      Nikon D2X vs Fujifilm FinePix S8600
      Video Capture vs
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12.4 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 800 vs 6,400
      Max Image Resolution 4288 x 2848 vs 4608 x 3456
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Image Stabilization vs
      Larger Screen 2.5" vs 3.0"
      Higher Resolution Screen 235k dot vs 460k dot
      Live View vs
      Built-in Flash vs
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      HDMI Output vs Mini
      Built-in Microphone vs Mono
      Lighter 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz) vs 450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm FinePix S8600.

      Olympus 8010
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      1/2.33-inch

      14 MP

      Sony a7S
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      Full Frame

      12.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A850
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      Full Frame

      24.6 MP

      Fujifilm SL1000
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.2 MP

      Canon G11
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      1/1.7-inch

      10 MP

      Samsung SL820
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon D2H
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      APS-C

      4.1 MP

      Sigma DP1 Merrill
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      APS-C

      46 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Fujifilm X-T3
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Nikon L24
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Samsung WB350F
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.3 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Nikon D2X Fujifilm FinePix S8600
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Nikon D2X Fujifilm FinePix S8600
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen235k dot460k dot
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Nikon D2X has a 2.5" screen with 235k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix S8600 has a 3.0" screen with 460k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder on Nikon D2X

      Nikon D2X has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage and 0.86x (0.57x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm FinePix S8600.

      Sensor

      Nikon D2X features a 12.4 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 372.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 800 and expands to 100 - 3,200 in boosted mode. Fujifilm FinePix S8600 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Nikon D2X can take pictures up to 4288 x 2848 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3216 x 2136, 2144 x 1424 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix S8600 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3456 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2432 x 2432, 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1728 x 1728 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

      Image Stabilization on Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600 has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600 comes with 3 x AA battery pack with battery life of 410 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Nikon D2X has a single CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive card slot. Fujifilm FinePix S8600 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Nikon D2X has Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec on Nikon D2X, and up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S8600. Cameras can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps.


      Flash

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 6.00 m. Nikon D2X has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Nikon D2X.

      Physical Parameters

      Nikon D2X body has dimensions of 158 x 150 x 86 mm (6.22 x 5.91 x 3.39") and Fujifilm FinePix S8600 body has dimensions of 121 x 81 x 65 mm (4.76 x 3.19 x 2.56"). Nikon D2X weighs 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix S8600 weighs 450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz).

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

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      150 mm

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      121 mm

      81 mm

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      86 mm

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      65 mm

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      Size comparisons of Nikon D2X and Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      Nikon D2X and Fujifilm FinePix S8600 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      GOOD
      76
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      73
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 410 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      71
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 410 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      GOOD
      72
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      GOOD
      71
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Heavy - 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      GOOD
      80
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Heavy - 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 410 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Nikon D2X and Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and give them scores of 59 and 56 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      OVERALL
      59
      OVERALL
      56

      Sensor

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.4 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Low DxO Overall Score - 59
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      GOOD
      75
      •   No Face Detection
      GOOD
      70
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      POOR
      40
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Nikon D2X

      Fujifilm FinePix S8600

      GOOD
      74
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Heavy - 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 450 g (0.99 lb / 15.87 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 410 shots


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