Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L820
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Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Introduced 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
- Superseded the Nikon L810
- Renewed by Nikon L830

Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L820 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm SL300 versus Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the L820 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm SL300 was brought out 13 months before the L820 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm SL300 matches up against the L820 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L820 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 & Nikon Coolpix L820. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery & Nikon L820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL300 over the Nikon L820
Fujifilm SL300 | L820 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Fujifilm SL300
L820 | Fujifilm SL300 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm SL300 and Nikon L820
Fujifilm SL300 | L820 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL300 comes with external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") 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") along with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm SL300 versus Nikon L820 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 versus the L820.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and L820 is 67 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL300 and L820.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L820 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L820 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL300 | Nikon Coolpix L820 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix SL300 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
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 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-675mm (29.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 510 gr (1.12 lbs) | 470 gr (1.04 lbs) |
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 images | 320 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NP-85 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $192 |