Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Nikon Coolpix L810. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Nikon L810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL240 over the Nikon L810
Fujifilm SL240 | L810 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Fujifilm SL240
L810 | Fujifilm SL240 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm SL240 and Nikon L810
Fujifilm SL240 | L810 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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.

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Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L810 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Nikon Coolpix L810 | |
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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 |