FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon L840
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon L840 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-855mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 538g - 114 x 89 x 96mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon L830
FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon L840 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the FujiFilm S3200 versus Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the L840 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S3200 was launched 5 years prior to the L840 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S3200 matches up vs the L840 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon L840 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Nikon Coolpix L840. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Nikon L840 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Nikon L840
S3200 | L840 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the FujiFilm S3200
L840 | S3200 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | January 2011 | Newer by 49 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Nikon L840
S3200 | L840 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon L840 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S3200 enjoys physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon L840 has proportions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") having a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S3200 versus Nikon L840 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S3200 against the L840.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3200 and L840 is 67 and 67 respectively.
FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon L840 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3200 and L840.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L840 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S3200 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Nikon L840 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Nikon Coolpix L840 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Nikon Coolpix L840 |
Also called as | FinePix S3250 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 23-855mm (37.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lb) | 538g (1.19 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 114 x 89 x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") |
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 | 300 pictures | 590 pictures |
Battery form | AA | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SC/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $190 | $400 |