Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L610

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S8400W versus Nikon L610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the L610 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was launched 8 months later than the L610 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L610 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up against the L610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Nikon Coolpix L610. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Nikon L610 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8400W offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon L610 has dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8400W versus Nikon L610 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W compared to the L610.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8400W and L610 is 61 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8400W and L610.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm S8400W should have an advantage in sensor technology.