Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L31

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Nikon L31, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and L31 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and L31 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was introduced 13 months before the L31 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm XQ1 grades against the L31 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ1 & Nikon Coolpix L31. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery & Nikon L31 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ1 provides exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon L31 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Nikon L31 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 against the L31.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ1 and L31 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ1 and L31.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XQ1 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon L31 will resolve more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XQ1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.