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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
46
Overall
43
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L32 front
Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
33
Overall
40

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase 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
  • Replacement is Fujifilm XP130
Nikon L32
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
  • Released January 2015
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the L32 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm XP120 was introduced 2 years later than the L32 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm XP120 scores vs the L32 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Nikon L32

 Fujifilm XP120 L32 
ReleasedJanuary 2017January 2015Fresher by 25 months
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Fujifilm XP120

 L32 Fujifilm XP120 
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon L32

 Fujifilm XP120 L32 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP120 features exterior dimensions 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 L32 has measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 versus the L32.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP120 and L32 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP120 and L32.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L32 to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP120 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon L32 as a Portrait photography camera
41
focusing manually
MP count good (16MP)
supports face detect focusing
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
38
good MP (20 megapixels)
provides face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XP120
Street photography with Nikon L32
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
56
has image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than competition (164 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Sports photography features
Nikon L32 Sports photography features
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (210 CIPA)
has no phase detect AF
47
has image stabilization (Digital)
good MP (20MP)
good battery power (320 shots)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Travel photography info
Nikon L32 Travel photography info
67
environment sealing
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
not so great battery life (210 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
71
good battery power (320 per charge)
good MP (20MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
relatively wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (164 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon L32 as a Landscape photography camera
50
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
not so great battery life (210 per charge)
48
relatively wide (26mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Digital)
good MP (20 megapixels)
good battery power (320 CIPA)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon L32 as a Vlogging camera
33
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic socket
66
relatively wide (26mm)
selfie friendly display
has image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detection autofocus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone socket
more heavy than competition (164g)
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon L32 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon L32
 Fujifilm FinePix XP120Nikon Coolpix L32
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP120 Nikon Coolpix L32
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Revealed 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 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 5152 x 3864
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens support 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
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of display 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) 4.30 m
Flash options Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video 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 lb) 164 gr (0.36 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 pictures 320 pictures
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 recording
Storage type Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $229 $120