Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon L26

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X20 versus Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and L26 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and L26 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X20 was brought out 16 months later than the L26 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up vs the L26 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X20 and Nikon Coolpix L26. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X20 has outside dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon L26 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X20 versus Nikon L26 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X20 against the L26.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and L26 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X20 and L26.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X20 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon L26 will produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X20 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.