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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28

Portability
86
Imaging
70
Features
84
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-A7 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L28 front
Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
29
Overall
38

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.5" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
  • Launched September 2019
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-A5
Nikon L28
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F) lens
  • 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
  • Revealed January 2013
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Nikon L28, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and the L28 (20MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and L28 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-A7 was introduced 6 years later than the L28 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-A7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon L28 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A7 matches up versus the L28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Nikon L28

 Fujifilm X-A7 L28 
RevealedSeptember 2019January 2013Fresher by 81 months
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimension3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution2760k230kClearer display (+2530k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Fujifilm X-A7

 L28 Fujifilm X-A7 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Nikon L28

 Fujifilm X-A7 L28 

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A7 features outside measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Nikon L28 has sizing of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Nikon L28 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 against the L28.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and L28 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A7 and L28.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A7 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A7 will offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A7 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-A7
Portrait photography with Nikon L28
82
manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detect focus
delivers RAW files
33
good megapixels (20MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 as a Street photography camera
Nikon L28 as a Street photography camera
80
screen articulates fully
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
boasts focus via touch
does not have image stabilization
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon L28 as a Sports photography camera
72
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has tracking focus
better than average battery life (440 shots)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
39
good megapixels (20MP)
good battery pack (280 shots)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Travel photography factors
Nikon L28 Travel photography factors
88
better than average battery life (440 shots)
has bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
74
good battery pack (280 shots)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse recording
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Landscape photography factors
Nikon L28 Landscape photography factors
80
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
big screen (3.5 inches)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
better than average battery life (440 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
48
decently wide (26mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
good sized screen (3")
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
good battery pack (280 per charge)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Vlogging info
Nikon L28 Vlogging info
81
selfie friendly display
touchscreen
has face detect focus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes mic jack
does not have image stabilization
29
decently wide (26mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic jack
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon L28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A7 and Nikon L28
 Fujifilm X-A7Nikon Coolpix L28
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-A7 Nikon Coolpix L28
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2019-09-11 2013-01-29
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 5152 x 3864
Maximum native ISO 12800 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 425 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 26-130mm (5.0x)
Available lenses 54 -
Crop factor 1.5 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3.5 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 2,760k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 6.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m (at ISO 100) -
Flash options Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 320g (0.71 lb) 164g (0.36 lb)
Dimensions 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") 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 440 images 280 images
Type of battery Battery Pack AA
Battery ID NP-W126S 2 x AA
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $700 $90