Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon L840

The following is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm SL300 and Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the L840 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was unveiled 4 years before the L840 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm SL300 grades vs the L840 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Nikon Coolpix L840. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL300 provides physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Nikon L840 has measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm SL300 and Nikon L840 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 against the L840.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and L840 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL300 and L840.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L840 to give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.