Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon AW120

Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon AW120, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was announced 24 months after the AW120 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP90 matches up against the AW120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XP90 & Nikon Coolpix AW120. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery & Nikon AW120 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP90 offers outer dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW120 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 vs the AW120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP90 and AW120 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP90 and AW120.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm XP90 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.