Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon L120
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Launched February 2011
- Replaced the Nikon L110
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On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm JX550 and Nikon L120, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm JX550 was manufactured 11 months later than the L120 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores versus the L120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon L120 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Nikon Coolpix L120. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Nikon L120
| Fujifilm JX550 | L120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 | February 2011 | More recent by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Fujifilm JX550
| L120 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Nikon L120
| Fujifilm JX550 | L120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Nikon L120 has proportions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm JX550 and Nikon L120 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the L120.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and L120 is 95 and 75 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and L120.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm JX550 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JX550 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon L120 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2011-02-09 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
| 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.1-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | 6.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 113g (0.25 lbs) | 431g (0.95 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - | 330 images |
| Form of battery | - | AA |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $200 | $300 |