Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW120

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW120, both Waterproof cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was manufactured 2 years later than the AW120 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon AW120 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm XP120 scores vs the AW120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP120 enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW120 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon AW120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 compared to the AW120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP120 and AW120 is 91 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP120 and AW120.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm XP120 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.