Fujifilm XP120 Review

Name: Fujifilm FinePix XP120
Brand: Fujifilm

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Main Features

16MP - 1/2.3 BSI-CMOS Sensor

ISO 100 - 3200( expands to 6400)

28-140 mm F3.9-4.9 Zoom Lens

Sensor-shift Image Stabilization

3.00" Fixed Type Screen

10.0fps continuous shooting

and FHD at 60fps Video Recording

Built-in Wireless

203g. 110 x 71 x 28 mm

Weather Sealed Body

Replaced by Fujifilm XP130

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Fujifilm XP120 Overview

Launched in January 2017 , Fujifilm FinePix XP120 is a 16.0MP Waterproof camera with a 1/2.3 (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor, built-in Image Stabilization, weather sealed body and 5.0x zoom 28-140 mm F3.9-4.9 lens. Fujifilm later replaced XP120 with XP130. Follow the link to read our in-depth comparison of these cameras:
Compare Fujifilm FinePix XP120 vs Fujifilm XP130

Fujifilm XP120 Review - Click for Table of Contents

Overview
Pros and Cons
Sensor and Photography Features
Physical Specs
LCD and Viewfinder
Connectivity, Storage and Battery
Video
Other Features
Lens
Photography Type Scores
Alternatives
Popular Comparisons
Frequently Asked Questions
Detailed Specifications

Fujifilm XP120 is a member of Fujifilm's Waterproof class cameras. Below you can see the latest models in this class and how their main specs have changed with each new model.

Fujifilm Waterproof Series History

Model	Release Date	Sensor	Max FPS	Dimensions	Weight
Fujifilm XP130 Compare	2018	16.0MP - 1/2.3"	10.0 fps	110 x 71 x 28mm	207g
Fujifilm XP120	2017	16.0MP - 1/2.3	10.0 fps	110 x 71 x 28mm	203g
Fujifilm XP90 Compare	2016	16.0MP - 1/2.3"	10.0 fps	110 x 71 x 28mm	203g
Fujifilm XP80 Compare	2015	16.0MP - 1/2.3'	10.0 fps	104 x 67 x 26mm	179g
Fujifilm XP70 Compare	2014	16.0MP - 1/2.3-inch	10.0 fps	104 x 67 x 26mm	179g

Check the link below to compare specs of the latest cameras in this series side by side:
Fujifilm XP130 vs XP120 vs XP90 vs XP80 vs XP70

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Fujifilm XP120 PROs and CONs Review

Now let's get in to more details of our Fujifilm XP120 review by analysing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor cameras in its class.

PROs

Water Proof down to 20m

Shock Proof up to 1.8m

Freeze Proof down to -10C

Built-in Wireless (Wi-fi)

Image Stabilization

Full HD Video

Face Detection Focusing

920k dots LCD Resolution

10.0fps Shooting w/ Mechanical Shutter

203g Light Body

Environmental Sealing

Timelapse Recording

Remote control with a smartphone

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CONs

No Articulating Screen

No External Flash Shoe

No Touch Screen

No Built-in Viewfinder

No RAW Shooting

Max Sensitivity only ISO 3.200

Low Battery Life: 210 shots

No Manual Focusing

No Manual Exposure

Slow Lens at Wide: f3.90

Slow Lens at Tele: f4.90

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Fujifilm XP120 Physical Specs

Fujifilm XP120 weighs 203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz) and has external dimensions of 110 x 71 x 28 mm (4.33 x 2.8 x 1.1″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, its weight is about average in its class. With a thickness of 28mm, it also has an average thickness.

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Here is the front and top view image of Fujifilm XP120 with the dimensions:

Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Fujifilm XP120 Camera Body

In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Fujifilm XP120, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.

Physical size of the Fujifilm XP120 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery

Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Fujifilm XP120 with its main competitors:

Fujifilm XP120 Size Compared to Main Competitors

Model	Weight	vs XP120	Thickness	vs XP120
Fujifilm XP130 Compare	207g	4g heavier	28mm	equal thickness
Fujifilm XP90 Compare	203g	equal weight	28mm	equal thickness
Fujifilm XP80 Compare	179g	24g lighter	26mm	2mm thinner
Olympus TG-6 Compare	253g	50g heavier	32mm	4mm thicker
Fujifilm XP200 Compare	232g	29g heavier	30mm	2mm thicker
Nikon W300 Compare	231g	28g heavier	29mm	1mm thicker
Fujifilm XP70 Compare	179g	24g lighter	26mm	2mm thinner
Olympus TG-5 Compare	250g	47g heavier	32mm	4mm thicker

Weather Sealing

Fujifilm XP120 has environmental sealings (waterproof, shockproof, dustproof, freezeproof)

Fujifilm XP120 Lens

Fujifilm XP120 features a 28-140 mm F3.9-4.9 5x zoom lens. Lens has a good wide angle capability starting at 28mm and 140mm reach on tele gives a lot of flexibility and satisfy most of your needs.

Wide Coverage

Compact Cameras

XP120

Widest - Olympus TG-850 iHS

Average

Telezoom

Compact Cameras

XP120

Longest - Canon SX520 HS

Average

With a max aperture of f3.90 at 28mm, we can not consider this lens fast on wide end and neither at tele end with its f4.90.

Max Aperture at Wide

Compact Cameras

XP120

Fastest - Leica D-Lux 6

Average

Max Aperture at Tele

Compact Cameras

XP120

Fastest - Ricoh GR Digital IV

Average

XP120 is equipped with Sensor-shift image stabilization system which is very handy especially at lower shutter speeds.

Fujifilm XP120 Sensor and Photography Features

Fujifilm XP120 has a 16.0MP 1/2.3 (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor . You can shoot at maximum resolution of 4608 x 3456 pixels with aspect ratios of 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9. XP120 has a native ISO range of 100 - 3200 which can be boosted to 6400 but unfortunately, Fujifilm XP120 doesn't have RAW file support. If you need a Compact camera with a RAW support, consider or in the same price range.

Fujifilm XP120 is not the highest resolution Small Sensor camera. GoPro Hero9 Black with its 23.0MP sensor is leading in this class. Check the comparison of Fujifilm XP120 vs GoPro Hero9 Black or take a look at Highest resolution Waterproof cameras list.

Let's look at how the size of the Fujifilm XP120's 1/2.3 sensor compares with other standard sensor sizes.

Comparison image of Fujifilm XP120 Sensor Size with other standard sensors

Fujifilm XP120 LCD

Fujifilm XP120 has a Fixed Type 3.00-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 920k dots. Both the screen size and the screen resolution is up to the standards of this class.

Unfortunately Fujifilm FinePix XP120 doesn't have a Selfie friendly screen. If this feature is important for your shooting style, check here the list of Best Waterproof Cameras with Selfie Friendly LCD screen.

XP120 doesn't have a viewfinder and no option for external viewfinder.

Fujifilm XP120 Connectivity, Storage and Battery

Fujifilm XP120 features built-in wireless (Wi-Fi) connectivity ( 802.11b/g/n) which lets you transfer your photos directly to compatible devices without any physical connection. One other feature that we like is the ability to use our smartphone as a remote to control our XP120. You can change camera settings, release shutter, view LCD screen and tranfer files using remote control app.

You can connect XP120 to compatible devices via its HDMI port or USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) port.

Fujifilm XP120 Battery

Fujifilm XP120 is powered by NP-45S battery which provides a battery life of 210 shots according to CIPA standards. Considering that the average battery life of Compact type cameras is 256 shots, Fujifilm XP120 has a short battery life for its class so we strongly recommend XP120 owners to invest in some extra batteries.

Battery Life Comparison in Waterproof Cameras

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Olympus TG-4 with its 380shots is the model with longest battery life among Waterproof cameras. Check the comparison of Fujifilm XP120 vs Olympus TG-4 or take a look at Longest Battery Life Waterproof cameras list.

Fujifilm XP120 Features Compared to Main Competitors

Model	Max Video	Battery Life	Wi-fi	Bluetooth	NFC
Fujifilm XP130 Compare	1920 x 1080	240shots	Yes	Yes	No
Fujifilm XP90 Compare	1920 x 1080	210shots	Yes	No	No
Fujifilm XP80 Compare	1920 x 1080	210shots	Yes	No	No
Olympus TG-6 Compare	3840 x 2160	340shots	Yes	No	No
Fujifilm XP200 Compare	1920 x 1080	300shots	Yes	No	No
Nikon W300 Compare	3840 x 2160	280shots	Yes	Yes	No
Fujifilm XP70 Compare	1920 x 1080	210shots	Yes	No	No
Olympus TG-5 Compare	3840 x 2160	340shots	Yes	No	No

Fujifilm XP120 Video Features

With Fujifilm XP120, you can record your videos at a highest resolution of 1920 x 1080 at 60p fps and save in and H.264 formats. Full HD resolution of Fujifilm XP120 will be adequate in most of the situations. But if you are after the highest resolution videos available, see our list of Top Cameras with 4K (Ultra-HD) Video.

XP120 has a built-in Stereo microphone and a Mono speaker. On the other hand, Fujifilm XP120 doesn't have any connections for external microphones and headphones. If you need a Compact camera with external microphone connectivity, consider or in a similar price range.

Fujifilm XP120 Other Features

Max Shutter speed

Fujifilm XP120 can shoot continuously at max speed of 10.0 fps and has max shutter speed of 1/2000 sec.

Flash

Unfortunately XP120 doesn't have an external flash shoe so you are limited with the built-in flash.

Focusing

Fujifilm XP120 features a Contrast Detection autofocusing system.

Fujifilm XP120 also features Face detection AF where it intelligently detects the faces in the frame and locks the focus automatically.

What type of Photography is Fujifilm XP120 Good for?

In this section, we review and score Fujifilm XP120 in 5 different photography areas.

Fujifilm XP120 for Portrait Photography

Fujifilm XP120 has a score of 27 for Portrait Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Portrait We strongly recommend you to check our Top Waterproof Cameras for Portrait Photography list and consider these alternatives over theXP120.

Image Stabilization
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.3 sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe

No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP120 for Portrait Photography

Fujifilm XP120 for Street Photography

Fujifilm XP120 has a score of 60 for Street Photography which makes it a GOOD candidate for this type of photography. If you are looking for a camera that is better suited to Street Photography, we recommend you to check our Top 10 Waterproof Cameras for Street Photography list.

Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Image Stabilization
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small Body

No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
Slow Lens at Wide: f3.90
No RAW shooting capability
Small 1/2.3 sensor

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP120 for Street Photography

Fujifilm XP120 for Sports Photography

Fujifilm XP120 has a score of 25 for Sports Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Sports We strongly recommend you to check our Top Waterproof Cameras for Sports Photography list and consider these alternatives over theXP120.

Fast Continuous Shooting: 10.0fps
Environmental Sealings
Wireless Connection
Image Stabilization
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
140 mm Tele Lens
Focus Points

Poor Battery Life: 210 shots
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
No Manual Exposure Mode
No Manual Focus Mode
No Built-in Viewfinder
No External Flash Shoe
No RAW shooting capability

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP120 for Sports Photography

Fujifilm XP120 for Daily Photography

Fujifilm XP120 has a score of 56 for Daily Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Daily is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Waterproof Cameras for Daily Photography list.

Compact Body
203g
Environmental Sealings

5.0X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.3 sensor
No RAW shooting capability

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP120 for Daily Photography

Fujifilm XP120 for Landscape Photography

Fujifilm XP120 has a score of 22 for Landscape Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Landscape We strongly recommend you to check our Top Waterproof Cameras for Landscape Photography list and consider these alternatives over theXP120.

28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Environmental Sealings
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
No Manual Exposure Mode

No Manual Focus Mode
No RAW shooting capability
Small 1/2.3 sensor

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP120 for Landscape Photography

Fujifilm XP120 Alternatives

In this section, we analyse how Fujifilm XP120 compares with other Compact cameras within a similar price range.

Read a more detailed analysis of Fujifilm XP120 alternatives.

Popular Comparisons of Fujifilm XP120

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Fujifilm XP120 Conclusion and Scores

Currently, Fujifilm XP120 has an Overall Score of 50/100 which is based on our evaluation of 69 different technical parameters. Our scores are dynamically updated whenever a new camera is added to our database or when we change our ranking algorithm and the maximum score is always 100. Fujifilm FinePix XP120 is ranked #56 out of 631 in Compact cameras (Top 20 Waterproof), and ranked #488 out of 1244 in all Cameras (Top 20 Overall).

#488 out of 1244 in Top Ranking Cameras
#56 out of 631 in Top Ranking Waterproof Cameras
#6 out of 76 in Top Ranking Waterproof Cameras
#88 out of 740 in Top Ranking Small Sensor Sensor Cameras
#45 out of 76 in Lightest Waterproof Cameras with Small Sensor sensor(203g)
#217 out of 917 in Top Ranking Cameras with Fixed Type Screen

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fujifilm XP120

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is the Fujifilm XP120 a Full Frame (FF) camera?
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Fujifilm FinePix XP120 Detailed Specifications

General
Brand	Fujifilm
Model	Fujifilm FinePix XP120
Announced	2017-01-05
Body Type	Ultracompact
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount	fixed lens
Number of Lenses
Lens Focal Range	28-140 mm (5x)
Max Aperture	F3.9-4.9
Macro Focus Range	9cm
Screen
Screen Type	Fixed Type
Screen Size	3.00"
Screen Resolution	920k dots
Live View
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder	None
Viewfinder Resolution	no electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification	n/a
Photography Features
Min Shutter Speed	4s
Max Mechanical Shutter Speed	1/2000s
Continuous Shooting	10.0 fps
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Exposure Compensation	n/a
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization
Built-in Flash
Flash Range	4.40 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash Modes	Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro
External Flash
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Exposure Modes
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
DxO Sensor Scores
DxO Overall Score	not tested
DxO Color Depth	not tested
DxO Dynamic Range	not tested
DxO Low Light ISO	not tested
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Sensor
Sensor Type	BSI-CMOS
Sensor Size	1/2.3
Sensor Dimensions	6.17 x 4.55 mm
Sensor Area	28.07mm²
Sensor Resolution	16 megapixels
Max Image Resolution	4608 x 3456
Max Native ISO	3,200
Max Boosted ISO	6400
Min Native ISO	100
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Video Features
Video Resolutions	1920 x 1080 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max Video Resolution	1920 x 1080
Video Formats	H.264
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity	Built-In
HDMI
USB	USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Water Proof
Dust Proof
Shock Proof
Crush Proof
Freeze Proof
Weight	203g
Physical Dimensions	110 x 71 x 28mm
Battery Life	210 shots
Battery Type	Battery Pack
Battery Model	NP-45S
Other Features
Self Timer	Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot)
Timelapse Recording
GPS	None
Storage Type	Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage Slots	1