Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon S02
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon S02 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump 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
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP130
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
- Released September 2013

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon S02 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm XP120 versus Nikon S02, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and S02 (13MP) and the Fujifilm XP120 (1/2.3") and S02 (1/3") have totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm XP120 was manufactured 3 years after the S02 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm XP120 matches up vs the S02 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon S02 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 & Nikon Coolpix S02. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery & Nikon S02 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Nikon S02
Fujifilm XP120 | S02 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | ![]() | September 2013 | Newer by 41 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Fujifilm XP120
S02 | Fujifilm XP120 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon S02
Fujifilm XP120 | S02 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon S02 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP120 provides physical 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 S02 has measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP120 versus Nikon S02 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 versus the S02.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP120 and S02 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon S02 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP120 and S02.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XP120 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm XP120 will produce more detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP120 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon S02 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 | Nikon Coolpix S02 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP120 | Nikon Coolpix S02 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2017-01-05 | 2013-09-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4160 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 1.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps); High-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 203 gr (0.45 lb) | 100 gr (0.22 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 pictures | 210 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | - |
Card slots | Single | - |
Launch price | $229 | $177 |