Fujifilm SL240 vs Nikon P520

Here is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm SL240 versus Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and P520 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was manufactured 13 months before the P520 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm SL240 matches up versus the P520 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Nikon Coolpix P520. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL240 features external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") having a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Nikon P520 has proportions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm SL240 versus Nikon P520 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 and the P520.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL240 and P520 is 67 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL240 and P520.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon P520 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL240 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.