FujiFilm S1800 vs Nikon L120
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix S1880
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Announced February 2011
- Replaced the Nikon L110

FujiFilm S1800 vs Nikon L120 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S1800 versus Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S1800 was brought out 12 months earlier than the L120 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S1800 grades against the L120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Nikon L120 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 & Nikon Coolpix L120. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Nikon L120
S1800 | L120 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the FujiFilm S1800
L120 | S1800 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Nikon L120
S1800 | L120 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1800 has outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Nikon L120 has sizing of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S1800 versus Nikon L120 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S1800 and the L120.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and L120 is 78 and 75 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and L120.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L120 to show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1800 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1800 vs Nikon L120 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Also Known as | FinePix S1880 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 lb) | 431 grams (0.95 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 pictures |
Battery style | - | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $180 | $300 |