Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840
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![Fujifilm FinePix S1 front Fujifilm FinePix S1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-S1/Fujifilm-S1-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix L840 front Nikon Coolpix L840 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L840/Nikon-L840-front.jpg)
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48 Overall
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Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 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
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-855mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 538g - 114 x 89 x 96mm
- Released February 2015
- Old Model is Nikon L830
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Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the L840 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm S1 was manufactured 13 months before the L840 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 scores against the L840 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Nikon Coolpix L840. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 over the Nikon L840
Fujifilm S1 | L840 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the Fujifilm S1
L840 | Fujifilm S1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2014 | More modern by 13 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S1 and Nikon L840
Fujifilm S1 | L840 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1 enjoys outside measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Nikon L840 has measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S1 and the L840.
![Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 size comparison Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S1-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L840-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 and L840 is 60 and 67 respectively.
![Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S1-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L840-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and L840.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 sensor size comparison Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S1-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L840-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S1-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L840-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm S1 vs Nikon L840 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1 | Nikon Coolpix L840 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S1 | Nikon Coolpix L840 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
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 | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 23-855mm (37.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 7.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680g (1.50 lb) | 538g (1.19 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 91 x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 114 x 89 x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") |
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 pictures | 590 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NP-85 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $400 | $400 |