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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
 
Nikon Coolpix A100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
29
Overall
39

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix Z71
Nikon A100
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2016
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 Overview

Following is a complete comparison of the FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon A100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Z70 (12MP) and A100 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z70 was announced 7 years before the A100 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z70 grades versus the A100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Nikon A100

 Z70 A100 

Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the FujiFilm Z70

 A100 Z70 
RevealedJanuary 2016February 2010More modern by 72 months

Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon A100

 Z70 A100 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Z70 provides exterior dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon A100 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon A100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z70 and the A100.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z70 and A100 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z70 and A100.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon A100 to offer you extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged Z70 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Portrait photography factors
Nikon A100 Portrait photography factors
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
39
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
supports face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Street photography details
Nikon A100 Street photography details
48
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
59
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Sports photography advice
Nikon A100 Sports photography advice
25
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
48
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
great battery pack (250 shots)
low frames per second (1.1 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Travel photography highlights
Nikon A100 Travel photography highlights
52
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
70
great battery pack (250 CIPA)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon A100 as a Landscape photography camera
23
manual focus not available
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
44
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
great battery pack (250 CIPA)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Vlogging factors
Nikon A100 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone socket
32
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detection focusing
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic port
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon A100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon A100
 FujiFilm FinePix Z70Nikon Coolpix A100
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix Z70 Nikon Coolpix A100
Also called FinePix Z71 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-02-02 2016-01-14
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 5152 x 3864
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-180mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance 9cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.1 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m 4.00 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124 grams (0.27 pounds) 119 grams (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 - 250 photographs
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $130 $162