Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120
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![Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 front Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-JZ100/Fujifilm-JZ100-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2012
(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
- Announced February 2014
- Old Model is Nikon AW110
- Replacement is Nikon AW130
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Nikon AW120, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm JZ100 was manufactured 3 years before the AW120 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up vs the AW120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 & Nikon Coolpix AW120. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery & Nikon AW120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Nikon AW120
Fujifilm JZ100 | AW120 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Fujifilm JZ100
AW120 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 25 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Nikon AW120
Fujifilm JZ100 | AW120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JZ100 comes with outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon AW120 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Nikon AW120 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 compared to the AW120.
![Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 size comparison Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JZ100-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and AW120 is 95 and 92 respectively.
![Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JZ100-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and AW120.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon AW120 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JZ100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 sensor size comparison Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JZ100-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JZ100-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW120 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 129 gr (0.28 lb) | 213 gr (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" 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 | - | 350 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $190 | $350 |