Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon L820

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and L810 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S1500 was revealed 3 years prior to the L810 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S1500 scores vs the L810 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 & Nikon Coolpix L810. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery & Nikon L810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Nikon L810
Fujifilm S1500 | L810 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Fujifilm S1500
L810 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S1500 and Nikon L810
Fujifilm S1500 | L810 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S1500 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) while 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 S1500 vs Nikon L810 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 compared to the L810.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1500 and L810 is 82 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1500 and L810.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L810 to give more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L810 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Nikon Coolpix L810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-02-17 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-396mm (12.0x) | 23-585mm (25.4x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.2fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 345 grams (0.76 pounds) | 430 grams (0.95 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery style | - | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $200 | $280 |