Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon L26
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012
(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
- Announced February 2012

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon L26 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the L26 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JZ100 was revealed within a month of the L26 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up versus the L26 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Nikon L26
Fujifilm JZ100 | L26 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Fujifilm JZ100
L26 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Nikon L26
Fujifilm JZ100 | L26 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm JZ100 features outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon L26 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Nikon L26 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 and the L26.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and L26 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JZ100 and L26.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L26 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2012-02-01 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | 129 grams (0.28 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 200 pictures |
Type of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $190 | $70 |