Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW100
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2017
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP130
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Updated by Nikon AW110

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW100 Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon AW100, both Waterproof cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP120 was introduced 5 years later than the AW100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon AW100 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm XP120 scores versus the AW100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Nikon AW100
Fujifilm XP120 | AW100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 66 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Fujifilm XP120
AW100 | Fujifilm XP120 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon AW100
Fujifilm XP120 | AW100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP120 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon AW100 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon AW100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 compared to the AW100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP120 and AW100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP120 and AW100.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm XP120 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP120 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2017-01-05 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 203 gr (0.45 lb) | 178 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $229 | $299 |