FujiFilm S2950 vs Nikon L840

Below is a thorough overview of the FujiFilm S2950 versus Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the L840 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was launched 5 years prior to the L840 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S2950 grades vs the L840 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Nikon Coolpix L840. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Nikon L840 has dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S2950 versus Nikon L840 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2950 compared to the L840.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and L840 is 76 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and L840.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L840 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older S2950 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.