Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L810
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Launched February 2012
- Later Model is Nikon L820

Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L810 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the L810 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8300 was manufactured 12 months after the L810 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades against the L810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L810 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 & Nikon Coolpix L810. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery & Nikon L810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Nikon L810
Fujifilm S8300 | L810 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Fujifilm S8300
L810 | Fujifilm S8300 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon L810
Fujifilm S8300 | L810 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L810 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8300 has outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon L810 has dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon L810 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 compared to the L810.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and L810 is 61 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L810 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8300 and L810.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm S8300 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L810 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Nikon Coolpix L810 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 23-585mm (25.4x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.2 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lbs) | 430 grams (0.95 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
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 life | - | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $280 |