Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S5100
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S5100 Key Specs
(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
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Replaced the Fujifilm XP30
- Updated by Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2010

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S5100 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm XP50 versus Nikon S5100, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was manufactured 17 months later than the S5100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades vs the S5100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S5100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Nikon S5100
Fujifilm XP50 | S5100 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Fujifilm XP50
S5100 | Fujifilm XP50 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Nikon S5100
Fujifilm XP50 | S5100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S5100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 provides exterior 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 S5100 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Nikon S5100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 and the S5100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and S5100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S5100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and S5100.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm XP50 to give you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP50 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S5100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon S5100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2010-08-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 132 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 | 220 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $180 | $200 |