FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon L820
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon L820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
- Released January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix HS22 EXR
- Successor is Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Superseded the Nikon L810
- Replacement is Nikon L830

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon L820 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and L820 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The HS20 EXR was released 3 years before the L820 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the HS20 EXR scores against the L820 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon L820 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Nikon Coolpix L820. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Nikon L820
HS20 EXR | L820 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
L820 | HS20 EXR | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Nikon L820
HS20 EXR | L820 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR enjoys outside dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Nikon L820 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).
See the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Nikon L820 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the L820.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and L820 is 58 and 72 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS20 EXR and L820.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The HS20 EXR has got the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The more aged HS20 EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon L820 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon L820 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Nikon Coolpix L820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
Alternative name | FinePix HS22 EXR | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-675mm (29.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 80 fps), 320 x 112 (320 fps), 320 x 240 (160 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 lbs) | 470g (1.04 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 photos |
Battery type | - | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $600 | $192 |