Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L26
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L26 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
- Launched January 2012
- Superseded the Fujifilm XP30
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced February 2012

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L26 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Nikon L26, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the L26 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was announced at a similar time to the L26 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores against the L26 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Nikon L26
Fujifilm XP50 | L26 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Fujifilm XP50
L26 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Nikon L26
Fujifilm XP50 | L26 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP50 versus Nikon L26 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 versus the L26.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and L26 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and L26.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L26 to give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
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) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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 images | 200 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
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 media | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $180 | $70 |