Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L610

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm SL300 versus Nikon L610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the L610 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was manufactured 7 months prior to the L610 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L610 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm SL300 scores against the L610 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Nikon Coolpix L610. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Nikon L610 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL300 provides outside measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Nikon L610 has measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm SL300 versus Nikon L610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 versus the L610.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and L610 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL300 and L610.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon L610 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.