Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L820
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Old Model is Nikon L810
- Successor is Nikon L830
Photography Glossary Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L820 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm S8300 was revealed very close to the L820 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up versus the L820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Nikon Coolpix L820. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Nikon L820
| Fujifilm S8300 | L820 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Fujifilm S8300
| L820 | Fujifilm S8300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon L820
| Fujifilm S8300 | L820 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | January 2013 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8300 offers external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon L820 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8300 and Nikon L820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 compared to the L820.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8300 and L820 is 61 and 72 respectively.
Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8300 and L820.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you should consider the release date of the products into consideration.
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon L820 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Nikon Coolpix L820 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-29 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 23-675mm (29.3x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/7000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lbs) | 470 grams (1.04 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 320 photographs |
| Battery form | - | AA |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $200 | $192 |