Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon L21

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm XF1 and Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and L21 (8MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and L21 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was introduced 2 years later than the L21 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm XF1 matches up against the L21 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 and Nikon Coolpix L21. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 provides physical dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Nikon L21 has specifications of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XF1 and Nikon L21 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 against the L21.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and L21 is 90 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and L21.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm XF1 will offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XF1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.