Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L20
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Superseded the Fujifilm XP60
- Later Model is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched February 2009

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L20 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm XP70 versus Nikon L20, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and L20 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was introduced 4 years later than the L20 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores against the L20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Nikon Coolpix L20. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Nikon L20
Fujifilm XP70 | L20 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 60 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Fujifilm XP70
L20 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Nikon L20
Fujifilm XP70 | L20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP70 has got external measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon L20 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP70 versus Nikon L20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 vs the L20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP70 and L20 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP70 and L20.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm XP70 to offer you more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP70 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2009-02-03 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 210 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45S | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $199 | $120 |