Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32
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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XQ2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and L32 (20MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and L32 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm XQ1 was launched 13 months before the L32 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XQ1 matches up vs the L32 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ1 & Nikon Coolpix L32. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery & Nikon L32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ1 over the Nikon L32
Fujifilm XQ1 | L32 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Fujifilm XQ1
L32 | Fujifilm XQ1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | November 2013 | Newer by 13 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ1 and Nikon L32
Fujifilm XQ1 | L32 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XQ1 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon L32 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 and the L32.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ1 and L32 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ1 and L32.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ1 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon L32 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XQ1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32 Specifications
Fujifilm XQ1 | Nikon Coolpix L32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm XQ1 | Nikon Coolpix L32 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-11-26 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 206 grams (0.45 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" 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 | 240 shots | 320 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-48 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $500 | $120 |