Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon L810
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon L810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Launched January 2012
- Old Model is FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- New Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Launched February 2012
- Newer Model is Nikon L820

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon L810 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the L810 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and L810 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm HS30EXR was unveiled around the same time to the L810 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR matches up vs the L810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon L810 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR and Nikon Coolpix L810. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery and Nikon L810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Nikon L810
Fujifilm HS30EXR | L810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
L810 | Fujifilm HS30EXR | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Nikon L810
Fujifilm HS30EXR | L810 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar generation |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon L810 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR features exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon L810 has dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Nikon L810 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and the L810.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and L810 is 59 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon L810 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and L810.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm HS30EXR comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field easier.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon L810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon L810 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Nikon Coolpix L810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-585mm (25.4x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 1.2 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 687 gr (1.51 lb) | 430 gr (0.95 lb) |
Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
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 |
Battery style | - | AA |
Battery model | NP-W126 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $430 | $280 |