Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L100
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38 Features
59 Overall
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79 Imaging
32 Features
28 Overall
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Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Launched April 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X10
- Renewed by Fujifilm X30
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Announced February 2009
- Successor is Nikon L110

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L100 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm X20 and Nikon L100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and L100 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X20 was launched 4 years later than the L100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X20 grades vs the L100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X20 & Nikon Coolpix L100. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery & Nikon L100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Nikon L100
Fujifilm X20 | L100 | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 52 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Fujifilm X20
L100 | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Nikon L100
Fujifilm X20 | L100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X20 offers outside dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Nikon L100 has specifications of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X20 and Nikon L100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X20 vs the L100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and L100 is 83 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and L100.
Plainly, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X20 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X20 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L100 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Nikon Coolpix L100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X20 | Nikon Coolpix L100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-04-29 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/1000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 353 grams (0.78 lb) | 360 grams (0.79 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 270 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-50 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $500 | $399 |