FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon L120
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2600HD
(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
- Old Model is Nikon L110

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon L120 Overview
Here, we are looking at the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was released 7 months before the L120 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S2500HD scores versus the L120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon L120 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Nikon Coolpix L120. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Nikon L120
S2500HD | L120 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
L120 | S2500HD | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Nikon L120
S2500HD | L120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2500HD has got exterior 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 specifications of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Nikon L120 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S2500HD against the L120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S2500HD and L120 is 78 and 75 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2500HD and L120.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon L120 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S2500HD will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon L120 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Also called as | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 pounds) | 431 grams (0.95 pounds) |
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 All around 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 photographs |
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 | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $300 |