Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon L20
95 Imaging
33 Features
13 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2009

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon L20 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the L20 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was manufactured 6 months after the L20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm Z35 matches up versus the L20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Nikon Coolpix L20. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Nikon L20
Fujifilm Z35 | L20 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Fujifilm Z35
L20 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon L20
Fujifilm Z35 | L20 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z35 has got exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L20 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon L20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 and the L20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z35 and L20 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z35 and L20.
All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you really should consider the age of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon L20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) | 135 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $130 | $120 |