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Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
43
Overall
41
Fujifilm XP90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L26 front
Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
24
Overall
33

Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP90
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2016
  • Older Model is Fujifilm XP80
Nikon L26
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
  • Announced February 2012
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 Overview

Following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm XP90 and Nikon L26, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was unveiled 4 years after the L26 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades versus the L26 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Nikon L26

 Fujifilm XP90 L26 
AnnouncedJanuary 2016February 2012More modern by 49 months
Screen resolution920k230kSharper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Fujifilm XP90

 L26 Fujifilm XP90 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Nikon L26

 Fujifilm XP90 L26 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP90 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP90 and Nikon L26 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus the L26.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP90 and L26 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP90 and L26.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm XP90 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Portrait photography information
Nikon L26 Portrait photography information
36
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
34
resolution is good (16MP)
has face detection focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XP90
Street photography with Nikon L26
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
47
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon L26 as a Sports photography camera
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
offers tracking focus
weather proofing
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery (210 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
27
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (200 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Travel photography details
Nikon L26 Travel photography details
67
weather proofing
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
not so great battery (210 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
62
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse recording
low battery life (200 shots)
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Landscape photography factors
Nikon L26 Landscape photography factors
46
reasonably wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
weather proofing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery (210 per charge)
37
quite wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
low battery life (200 per charge)
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Vlogging information
Nikon L26 Vlogging information
33
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone port
28
quite wide (26mm)
has face detection focus
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone jack
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Nikon L26 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP90 and Nikon L26
 Fujifilm XP90Nikon Coolpix L26
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm XP90 Nikon Coolpix L26
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2016-01-15 2012-02-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing distance 9cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 920k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) -
Flash settings Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB 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) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 203 gr (0.45 pounds) 164 gr (0.36 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 200 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack AA
Battery ID NP-45S 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $180 $70