Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31
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![Fujifilm FinePix XP120 front Fujifilm FinePix XP120 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP120/Fujifilm-XP120-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Announced January 2017
- New Model is Fujifilm XP130
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the L31 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm XP120 was launched 2 years after the L31 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP120 grades against the L31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 & Nikon Coolpix L31. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery & Nikon L31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Nikon L31
Fujifilm XP120 | L31 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2015 | Newer by 25 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Fujifilm XP120
L31 | Fujifilm XP120 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon L31
Fujifilm XP120 | L31 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP120 offers physical 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 L31 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 versus the L31.
![Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 size comparison Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP120-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L31-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP120 and L31 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP120-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L31-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP120 and L31.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files though you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm XP120 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 sensor size comparison Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP120-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L31-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP120-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L31-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 XP120 vs Nikon L31 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 | Nikon Coolpix L31 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP120 | Nikon Coolpix L31 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2017-01-05 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 203 gr (0.45 lb) | 160 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" 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 | 210 photographs | 200 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) | Yes (10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $229 | $0 |