Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L21
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L21 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
- Announced January 2012
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Renewed by Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched February 2010

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L21 Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 versus Nikon L21, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was launched 24 months later than the L21 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores against the L21 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L21 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Nikon Coolpix L21. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Nikon L21
Fujifilm XP50 | L21 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 24 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Fujifilm XP50
L21 | Fujifilm XP50 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Nikon L21
Fujifilm XP50 | L21 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 features external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon L21 has dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Nikon L21 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the L21.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and L21 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and L21.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP50 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP50 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L21 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 8MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | 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 rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) | 169 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" 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 | 220 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $180 | $180 |