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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
46
Overall
43
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 front
 
Nikon Coolpix A100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
29
Overall
39

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2017
  • Successor is Fujifilm XP130
Nikon A100
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2016
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm XP120 versus Nikon A100, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the A100 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was announced 12 months later than the A100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP120 matches up against the A100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Nikon A100

 Fujifilm XP120 A100 
IntroducedJanuary 2017January 2016More recent by 12 months
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Fujifilm XP120

 A100 Fujifilm XP120 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon A100

 Fujifilm XP120 A100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP120 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon A100 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP120 versus Nikon A100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 compared to the A100.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP120 and A100 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP120 and A100.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon A100 to result in more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP120 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Portrait photography features
Nikon A100 Portrait photography features
41
has manual focus
good MP (16MP)
supports face detect autofocus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
39
decent MP (20MP)
features face detect focusing
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Street photography details
Nikon A100 Street photography details
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
59
image stabilization (Digital)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Sports photography information
Nikon A100 Sports photography information
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (210 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
48
image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (20MP)
features tracking focus
great battery power (250 per charge)
very slow continuous shooting (1.1 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon A100 as a Travel photography camera
67
environment proof
good MP (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
not so great battery life (210 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
70
great battery power (250 CIPA)
decent MP (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Landscape photography factors
Nikon A100 Landscape photography factors
50
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
environment proof
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
not so great battery life (210 per charge)
44
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (20MP)
great battery power (250 shots)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Vlogging features
Nikon A100 Vlogging features
33
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
no mic port
32
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon A100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon A100
 Fujifilm FinePix XP120Nikon Coolpix A100
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP120 Nikon Coolpix A100
Type Waterproof Ultracompact
Launched 2017-01-05 2016-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 5152 x 3864
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range 9cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 920 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps 1.1fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) 4.00 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 203 gr (0.45 lbs) 119 gr (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 210 photographs 250 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $229 $162