Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21
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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP & Nikon Coolpix L21. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z33WP Gallery & Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Nikon L21
Fujifilm Z33WP | L21 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Fujifilm Z33WP
L21 | Fujifilm Z33WP | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z33WP and Nikon L21
Fujifilm Z33WP | L21 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical 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.
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.

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 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.

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Fujifilm Z33WP vs Nikon L21 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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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 |