Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26 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
- Introduced January 2014
- Replaced the Fujifilm XP60
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced February 2012

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was unveiled 24 months later than the L26 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP70 matches up against the L26 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Nikon L26
Fujifilm XP70 | L26 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 24 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Fujifilm XP70
L26 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Nikon L26
Fujifilm XP70 | L26 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP70 features outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the L26.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and L26 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP70 and L26.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm XP70 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 200 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NP-45S | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $199 | $70 |