Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L120

Here is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm S8400W versus Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was manufactured 2 years later than the L120 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores vs the L120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Nikon Coolpix L120. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W comes with exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon L120 has specifications of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W versus the L120.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8400W and L120 is 61 and 75 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8400W and L120.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm S8400W to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8400W is going to have an edge in sensor technology.