Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840
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![Fujifilm FinePix S8400W front Fujifilm FinePix S8400W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W/Fujifilm-S8400W-front.jpg)
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41 Features
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced March 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-855mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 538g - 114 x 89 x 96mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Older Model is Nikon L830
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8400W and Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the L840 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm S8400W was introduced 23 months before the L840 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up vs the L840 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Nikon Coolpix L840. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Nikon L840
Fujifilm S8400W | L840 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the Fujifilm S8400W
L840 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | March 2013 | Fresher by 23 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Nikon L840
Fujifilm S8400W | L840 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8400W has got physical 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 L840 has sizing of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S8400W and Nikon L840 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W vs the L840.
![Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 size comparison Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L840-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and L840 is 61 and 67 respectively.
![Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L840-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8400W and L840.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm S8400W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 sensor size comparison Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L840-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-S8400W-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L840-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon L840 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Nikon Coolpix L840 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Nikon Coolpix L840 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-03-22 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 23-855mm (37.2x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 7.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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) | 538 grams (1.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 114 x 89 x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") |
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 | 590 pictures |
Battery format | AA | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $400 |