FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L610

Here is a thorough assessment of the FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon L610, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the XP10 (12MP) and L610 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was brought out 3 years before the L610 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the XP10 grades vs the L610 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Nikon Coolpix L610. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Nikon L610 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm XP10 offers physical dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon L610 has proportions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon L610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the XP10 versus the L610.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the XP10 and L610 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XP10 and L610.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L610 to show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older XP10 will be behind in sensor innovation.