Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21
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![Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8100fd.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix L21 front Nikon Coolpix L21 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L21/Nikon-L21-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced February 2010
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Nikon L21, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm S8100fd was unveiled 12 months before the L21 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades against the L21 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Nikon Coolpix L21. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Nikon L21
Fujifilm S8100fd | L21 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
L21 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon L21
Fujifilm S8100fd | L21 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8100fd provides exterior measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Nikon L21 has sizing of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Nikon L21 in the all new Camera and 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, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd against the L21.
![Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 size comparison Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8100fd-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L21-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8100fd and L21 is 75 and 93 respectively.
![Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8100fd-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L21-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8100fd and L21.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8100fd to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 sensor size comparison Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8100fd-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L21-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8100fd-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L21-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 S8100fd vs Nikon L21 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 gr (0.89 lb) | 169 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $300 | $180 |