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Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820

Portability
82
Imaging
33
Features
19
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix S1500 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L820 front
Portability
72
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 Key Specs

Fujifilm S1500
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
  • Launched February 2009
Nikon L820
(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
  • Announced January 2013
  • Superseded the Nikon L810
  • Renewed by Nikon L830
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 Overview

Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm S1500 versus Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and L820 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1500 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the L820 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm S1500 grades against the L820 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Nikon L820

 Fujifilm S1500 L820 

Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Fujifilm S1500

 L820 Fujifilm S1500 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013February 2009More modern by 48 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm S1500 and Nikon L820

 Fujifilm S1500 L820 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1500 features physical measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Nikon L820 has sizing of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S1500 versus Nikon L820 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 and the L820.

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1500 and L820 is 82 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1500 and L820.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L820 to provide greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1500 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S1500 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon L820 as a Portrait photography camera
19
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S1500 Street photography details
Nikon L820 Street photography details
51
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
38
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
more heavy than competition (470 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S1500 Sports photography info
Nikon L820 Sports photography info
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
36
amazing zoom range (23-675mm 29.3 x zoom)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S1500 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon L820 as a Travel photography camera
50
built-in flash
great zoom (396mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
MP count low (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (23mm)
very long zoom (675mm)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (470 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S1500 Landscape photography information
Nikon L820 Landscape photography information
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
36
relatively wide (23mm)
nice screen size (3")
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S1500 Vlogging advice
Nikon L820 Vlogging advice
23
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic port
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relatively wide (23mm)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
no microphone socket
more heavy than competition (470g)
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Nikon L820 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S1500 and Nikon L820
 Fujifilm FinePix S1500Nikon Coolpix L820
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm FinePix S1500 Nikon Coolpix L820
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-02-17 2013-01-29
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-396mm (12.0x) 23-675mm (29.3x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/3.0-5.8
Macro focus range 2cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second 8.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 8.70 m (Auto ISO) -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
External flash
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) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 345 grams (0.76 pounds) 470 grams (1.04 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") 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 - 320 photos
Battery type - AA
Battery model 4 x AA 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $200 $192