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Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 front
 
Nikon Coolpix AW100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP150
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2012
Nikon AW100
(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
  • Released August 2011
  • Renewed by Nikon AW110
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 Overview

Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm XP150 versus Nikon AW100, both Waterproof cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP150 was introduced 5 months later than the AW100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm XP150 matches up against the AW100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Nikon AW100

 Fujifilm XP150 AW100 

Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Fujifilm XP150

 AW100 Fujifilm XP150 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Nikon AW100

 Fujifilm XP150 AW100 
ReleasedJanuary 2012August 2011Same age
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP150 provides physical measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 compared to the AW100.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP150 and AW100 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP150 and AW100.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon AW100 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Portrait photography info
Nikon AW100 Portrait photography info
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
30
MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Street photography camera
Nikon AW100 as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
55
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Sports photography info
Nikon AW100 Sports photography info
43
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment sealing
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
33
MP count good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
max fps low (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Travel photography information
Nikon AW100 Travel photography information
67
environment sealing
good resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
67
environment proofing
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Landscape photography advice
Nikon AW100 Landscape photography advice
40
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
41
quite wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Vlogging info
Nikon AW100 Vlogging info
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have mic support
29
quite wide (28mm)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
lack of external mic socket
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Nikon AW100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP150 and Nikon AW100
 Fujifilm FinePix XP150Nikon Coolpix AW100
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP150 Nikon Coolpix AW100
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Announced 2012-01-05 2011-08-24
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type 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 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3072 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.9-4.8
Macro focusing distance 9cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 205 gr (0.45 pounds) 178 gr (0.39 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9")
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 300 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-50A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $260 $299