Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L120
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Previous Model is Nikon L110
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The following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm S9800 was released 3 years after the L120 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores vs the L120 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9800 & Nikon Coolpix L120. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Nikon L120
| Fujifilm S9800 | L120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2015 | February 2011 | Newer by 48 months | |
| Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Fujifilm S9800
| L120 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon L120
| Fujifilm S9800 | L120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
| Touch display | No Touch display |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9800 provides outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon L120 has sizing of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon L120 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the L120.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9800 and L120 is 61 and 75 respectively.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9800 and L120.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S9800 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9800 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L120 Specifications
| Fujifilm S9800 | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model | Fujifilm S9800 | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2011-02-09 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.1-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 7cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | 670 gr (1.48 pounds) | 431 gr (0.95 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
| 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 photos | 330 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $299 | $300 |