Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon D3100

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm XP50 vs Nikon D3100, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the D3100 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm XP50 (1/2.3") and D3100 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XP50 was revealed 13 months after the D3100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm XP50 being a Compact camera and the Nikon D3100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores against the D3100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Nikon D3100. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Nikon D3100 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon D3100 has proportions of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 and the D3100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and D3100 is 93 and 68 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and D3100.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 provides the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh trickier. The fresher Fujifilm XP50 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.