Fujifilm X10 vs Nikon L20

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm X10 and Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the L20 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and L20 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X10 was announced 3 years later than the L20 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X10 scores versus the L20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 & Nikon Coolpix L20. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Nikon L20 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X10 features exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Nikon L20 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X10 and Nikon L20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X10 versus the L20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and L20 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X10 and L20.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X10 will resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X10 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.