Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820
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40 Features
67 Overall
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40 Features
28 Overall
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Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 680g - 133 x 91 x 110mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Older Model is Nikon L810
- Successor is Nikon L830
Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm S1 was revealed 12 months later than the L820 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm S1 scores vs the L820 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Nikon Coolpix L820. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Nikon L820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 over the Nikon L820
Fujifilm S1 | L820 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2013 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Fujifilm S1
L820 | Fujifilm S1 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S1 and Nikon L820
Fujifilm S1 | L820 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1 enjoys external measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Nikon L820 has sizing of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S1 versus the L820.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and L820 is 60 and 72 respectively.
Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and L820.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm S1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L820 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1 | Nikon Coolpix L820 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S1 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 23-675mm (29.3x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 gr (1.50 pounds) | 470 gr (1.04 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 91 x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 350 photographs | 320 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NP-85 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $400 | $192 |