Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L820
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
- Released January 2013
- Old Model is Nikon L810
- Renewed by Nikon L830

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L820 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm SL240 and Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the L820 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm SL240 was brought out 13 months before the L820 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm SL240 grades against the L820 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L820 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 & Nikon Coolpix L820. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery & Nikon L820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL240 over the Nikon L820
Fujifilm SL240 | L820 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Fujifilm SL240
L820 | Fujifilm SL240 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm SL240 and Nikon L820
Fujifilm SL240 | L820 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL240 enjoys exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Nikon L820 has sizing of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm SL240 and Nikon L820 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 and the L820.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL240 and L820 is 67 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL240 and L820.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L820 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL240 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L820 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon L820 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Nikon Coolpix L820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 23-675mm (29.3x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm�7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m�3.6 m) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 510 grams (1.12 lb) | 470 grams (1.04 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 320 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NP-85 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $280 | $192 |