FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S5100
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2010

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S5100 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon S5100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the AX350 (16MP) and S5100 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The AX350 was brought out 5 months later than the S5100 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the AX350 grades against the S5100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S5100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Nikon S5100
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the FujiFilm AX350
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Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon S5100
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S5100 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 has outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5100 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon S5100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the AX350 against the S5100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and S5100 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S5100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and S5100.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the FujiFilm AX350 to provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.

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FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon S5100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AX355 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-08-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 132 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 images | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | - | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $200 |