Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Nikon L840

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the L840 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and L840 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was revealed 3 years before the L840 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR matches up versus the L840 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Nikon Coolpix L840. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR has external measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) whilst the Nikon L840 has sizing of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Nikon L840 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs the L840.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and L840 is 54 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and L840.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR has the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm HS50 EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.