Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon L20
95 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2009

Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon L20 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm A100 versus Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and the L20 (10MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A100 was revealed within a month of the L20 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm A100 scores versus the L20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A100 & Nikon Coolpix L20. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm A100 Gallery & Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Nikon L20
Fujifilm A100 | L20 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Fujifilm A100
L20 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Nikon L20
Fujifilm A100 | L20 | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm A100 enjoys outer measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Nikon L20 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm A100 versus Nikon L20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm A100 and the L20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A100 and L20 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A100 and L20.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

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Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-04 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 124g (0.27 pounds) | 135g (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $0 | $120 |