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FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120

Portability
95
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX350 front
 
Nikon Coolpix AW120 front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
45
Overall
42

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JX355
Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
  • Released February 2014
  • Older Model is Nikon AW110
  • Renewed by Nikon AW130
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 Overview

Let's look much closer at the FujiFilm JX350 versus Nikon AW120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the JX350 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JX350 was unveiled 4 years before the AW120 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the JX350 scores vs the AW120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX350 over the Nikon AW120

 JX350 AW120 

Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the FujiFilm JX350

 AW120 JX350 
ReleasedFebruary 2014January 2011Fresher by 37 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JX350 and Nikon AW120

 JX350 AW120 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX350 enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon AW120 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JX350 versus Nikon AW120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the JX350 and the AW120.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the JX350 and AW120 is 95 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the JX350 and AW120.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older JX350 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon AW120 as a Portrait photography camera
29
good resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
decent MP (16MP)
comes with face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Street photography details
Nikon AW120 Street photography details
55
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Sports photography info
Nikon AW120 Sports photography info
31
good resolution (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
51
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proof
good battery life (350 shots)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 Travel photography advice
Nikon AW120 Travel photography advice
65
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
bad battery life (180 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
69
good battery life (350 CIPA)
weather proof
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
does not have Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX350 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon AW120 as a Landscape photography camera
33
fairly wide (28mm)
good resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
bad battery life (180 per charge)
no Time Lapse mode
48
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
weather proof
good battery life (350 per charge)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JX350
Vlogging with Nikon AW120
28
fairly wide (28mm)
lighter than competition in class (130g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic port
33
rather wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have external microphone socket
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FujiFilm JX350 vs Nikon AW120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX350 and Nikon AW120
 FujiFilm FinePix JX350Nikon Coolpix AW120
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix JX350 Nikon Coolpix AW120
Also called FinePix JX355 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2011-01-05 2014-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Peak resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/2.8-4.9
Macro focus range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor OLED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.00 m 5.20 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130 gr (0.29 lb) 213 gr (0.47 lb)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 180 photos 350 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD / SDHC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $200 $350