Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon L21
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Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Released January 2015
- Succeeded the Fujifilm XP70
- Later Model is Fujifilm XP90
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched February 2010

Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon L21 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm XP80 and Nikon L21, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and L21 (8MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP80 was introduced 5 years after the L21 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP80 matches up vs the L21 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon L21 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XP80 and Nikon Coolpix L21. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP80 over the Nikon L21
Fujifilm XP80 | L21 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 61 months |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Fujifilm XP80
L21 | Fujifilm XP80 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP80 and Nikon L21
Fujifilm XP80 | L21 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP80 comes with outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon L21 has proportions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP80 and Nikon L21 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 versus the L21.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP80 and L21 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP80 and L21.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm XP80 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP80 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm XP80 vs Nikon L21 Specifications
Fujifilm XP80 | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm XP80 | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-01-14 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 lbs) | 169g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | 210 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45S | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $149 | $180 |