FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L26
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Launched February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix XP11
- Renewed by Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2012

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L26 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon L26, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the XP10 (12MP) and L26 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The XP10 was revealed 24 months prior to the L26 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the XP10 grades against the L26 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Nikon L26
XP10 | L26 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the FujiFilm XP10
L26 | XP10 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon L26
XP10 | L26 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm XP10 offers external measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Nikon L26 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm XP10 and Nikon L26 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the XP10 vs the L26.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and L26 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the XP10 and L26.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L26 to offer you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older XP10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm XP10 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Alternative name | FinePix XP11 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 200 photos |
Style of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $175 | $70 |