Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L100
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Announced February 2009
- Renewed by Nikon L110

Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L100 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon L100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and L100 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9800 was revealed 6 years after the L100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S9800 grades versus the L100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9800 & Nikon Coolpix L100. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery & Nikon L100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Nikon L100
Fujifilm S9800 | L100 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 73 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Fujifilm S9800
L100 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon L100
Fujifilm S9800 | L100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L100 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9800 features external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon L100 has dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon L100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the L100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and L100 is 61 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9800 and L100.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S9800 to show extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9800 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L100 Specifications
Fujifilm S9800 | Nikon Coolpix L100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm S9800 | Nikon Coolpix L100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 pounds) | 360 grams (0.79 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $299 | $399 |