Clicky

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L28 front
Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
29
Overall
38

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z37
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Revealed July 2009
Nikon L28
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F) lens
  • 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2013
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and L28 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The Fujifilm Z37 was released 4 years earlier than the L28 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores vs the L28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video
	
	

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Nikon L28

 Fujifilm Z37 L28 

Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Fujifilm Z37

 L28 Fujifilm Z37 
LaunchedJanuary 2013July 2009More recent by 42 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon L28

 Fujifilm Z37 L28 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z37 has external measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L28 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the L28.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and L28 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and L28.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L28 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Portrait photography information
Nikon L28 Portrait photography information
19
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
33
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Street photography factors
Nikon L28 Street photography factors
54
lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm Z37
Sports photography with Nikon L28
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
39
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
great battery life (280 shots)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon L28 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than competition in class (125g)
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
low MP (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
74
great battery life (280 shots)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Landscape photography details
Nikon L28 Landscape photography details
22
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
48
decently wide (26mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inch)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
great battery life (280 per charge)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon L28 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition in class (125g)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
29
decently wide (26mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon L28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon L28
 Fujifilm FinePix Z37Nikon Coolpix L28
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z37 Nikon Coolpix L28
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-07-22 2013-01-29
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 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 5152 x 3864
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 -
Macro focusing distance 8cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 3 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 gr (0.28 pounds) 164 gr (0.36 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" 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 life - 280 shots
Style of battery - AA
Battery ID NP-45A 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $130 $90