Fujifilm SL1000 vs Nikon L820

In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm SL1000 and Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was unveiled very close to the L820 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up versus the L820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Nikon Coolpix L820. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Nikon L820 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL1000 has external measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") with a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Nikon L820 has dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 against the L820.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL1000 and L820 is 61 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL1000 and L820.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.