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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
 
Nikon Coolpix L21 front
Portability
93
Imaging
32
Features
11
Overall
23

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z33WP
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
  • Announced July 2009
Nikon L21
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
  • Launched February 2010
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Overview

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon L21, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) and L21 (8MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z33WP was introduced 7 months before the L21 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm Z33WP grades against the L21 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Nikon L21

 Fujifilm Z33WP L21 
Screen dimension2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 L21 Fujifilm Z33WP 
LaunchedFebruary 2010July 2009Newer by 7 months

Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon L21

 Fujifilm Z33WP L21 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z33WP features external measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon L21 has sizing of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon L21 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z33WP compared to the L21.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z33WP and L21 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z33WP and L21.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm Z33WP to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z33WP will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Portrait photography with Nikon L21
19
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
19
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (8MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Street photography details
Nikon L21 Street photography details
60
weather proof
lighter than competition in class (110 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
46
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
Sports photography with Nikon L21
23
weather proof
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
16
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (8MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Travel photography highlights
Nikon L21 Travel photography highlights
60
lighter than competition in class (110g)
weather proof
flash built-in
missing Timelapse function
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low MP (8 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Landscape photography details
Nikon L21 Landscape photography details
26
weather proof
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse function
22
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low MP (8 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z33WP Vlogging information
Nikon L21 Vlogging information
25
lighter than competition in class (110g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external microphone support
21
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon L21
 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WPNikon Coolpix L21
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP Nikon Coolpix L21
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-07-01 2010-02-03
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD 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 10MP 8MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 38-136mm (3.6x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.1-6.7
Macro focusing range 8cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.90 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 gr (0.24 lb) 169 gr (0.37 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" 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 ID NP-45 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $197 $180