Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L120

Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was introduced 24 months later than the L120 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades vs the L120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 & Nikon Coolpix L120. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 features outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon L120 has proportions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon L120 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 versus the L120.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8300 and L120 is 61 and 75 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8300 and L120.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S8300 to give you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8300 will have an edge in sensor innovation.