Fujifilm S4800 vs Nikon L610

Below is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm S4800 versus Nikon L610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the L610 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4800 was launched 6 months later than the L610 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L610 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S4800 matches up against the L610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Nikon Coolpix L610. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Nikon L610 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4800 has external dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Nikon L610 has dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S4800 versus Nikon L610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 versus the L610.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4800 and L610 is 66 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4800 and L610.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.