Fujifilm S4800 vs Nikon L100

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S4800 and Nikon L100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and L100 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4800 was introduced 4 years later than the L100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm S4800 matches up against the L100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Nikon L100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4800 features outside dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Nikon L100 has proportions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S4800 and Nikon L100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 compared to the L100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4800 and L100 is 66 and 79 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4800 and L100.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S4800 to result in extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S4800 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.