Fujifilm X10 vs Nikon L840

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X10 and Nikon L840, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and L840 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and L840 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X10 was brought out 3 years prior to the L840 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X10 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X10 grades versus the L840 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 & Nikon Coolpix L840. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Nikon L840 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X10 provides outer measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Nikon L840 has proportions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X10 and Nikon L840 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 against the L840.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X10 and L840 is 83 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X10 and L840.

All in all, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon L840 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.