Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon L32

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.