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Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810

Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
Fujifilm FinePix SL240 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L810 front
Portability
74
Imaging
39
Features
38
Overall
38

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Key Specs

Fujifilm SL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
  • Announced January 2012
Nikon L810
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
  • Revealed February 2012
  • Updated by Nikon L820
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the L810 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was unveiled about the same time to the L810 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm SL240 scores vs the L810 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL240 over the Nikon L810

 Fujifilm SL240 L810 

Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Fujifilm SL240

 L810 Fujifilm SL240 
Screen resolution921k460kSharper screen (+461k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm SL240 and Nikon L810

 Fujifilm SL240 L810 
RevealedJanuary 2012February 2012Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL240 has external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Nikon L810 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus the L810.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL240 and L810 is 67 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL240 and L810.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon L810 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 Portrait photography factors
Nikon L810 Portrait photography factors
38
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
34
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm SL240
Street photography with Nikon L810
43
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than average (510 grams)
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon L810 as a Sports photography camera
47
excellent zoom range (24-576mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
max fps low (1.0 fps)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
44
long zoom range (23-585mm 25.4 x zoom)
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (1.2 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 Travel photography highlights
Nikon L810 Travel photography highlights
54
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
very long zoom (576mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (510 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
60
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (23mm)
great reach (585mm)
no Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon L810 as a Landscape photography camera
41
pretty wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
41
pretty wide (23mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 Vlogging features
Nikon L810 Vlogging features
24
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic socket
heavier than average (510g)
27
pretty wide (23mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focusing
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone port
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm SL240 and Nikon L810
 Fujifilm FinePix SL240Nikon Coolpix L810
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix SL240 Nikon Coolpix L810
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-01-05 2012-02-01
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-576mm (24.0x) 23-585mm (25.4x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 1.2 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm�7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m�3.6 m) -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 510 grams (1.12 pounds) 430 grams (0.95 pounds)
Dimensions 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3")
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 300 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack AA
Battery ID NP-85 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $280 $280