Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L20
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Released January 2012
- Superseded the Fujifilm XP30
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched February 2009

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L20 Overview
Let's look closer at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Nikon L20, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and L20 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was revealed 2 years after the L20 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades against the L20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Nikon Coolpix L20. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Nikon L20
Fujifilm XP50 | L20 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Fujifilm XP50
L20 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Nikon L20
Fujifilm XP50 | L20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 provides external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon L20 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm XP50 versus Nikon L20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the L20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and L20 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and L20.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP50 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP50 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $180 | $120 |