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FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
Portability
90
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26

FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JV105
Nikon S30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
  • Released February 2012
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 Overview

The following is a thorough analysis of the FujiFilm JV100 and Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the JV100 (12MP) and the S30 (10MP) is relatively similar but the JV100 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The JV100 was brought out 24 months earlier than the S30 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the JV100 matches up versus the S30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Nikon S30

 JV100 S30 

Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the FujiFilm JV100

 S30 JV100 
ReleasedFebruary 2012February 2010Newer by 24 months

Common features in the FujiFilm JV100 and Nikon S30

 JV100 S30 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV100 has got outside dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S30 has dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the JV100 vs the S30.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and S30 is 96 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the JV100 and S30.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The JV100 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the FujiFilm JV100 will offer you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JV100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Portrait photography info
Nikon S30 Portrait photography info
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
24
supports face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Street photography information
Nikon S30 Street photography information
55
lighter than competition (126 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
51
weather proof
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/3")
has no RAW format
more heavy than competitors (214 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Sports photography highlights
Nikon S30 Sports photography highlights
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
28
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
weather proof
low frames per second (1.5 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JV100
Travel photography with Nikon S30
56
lighter than competition (126g)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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weather proof
flash built-in
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors (214g)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon S30 Landscape photography highlights
23
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
25
weather proof
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV100 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S30 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition (126 grams)
wide angle not great (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone jack
23
supports face detect focus
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone port
more heavy than competitors (214g)
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FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV100 and Nikon S30
 FujiFilm FinePix JV100Nikon Coolpix S30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV100 Nikon Coolpix S30
Also called FinePix JV105 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-02-02 2012-02-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-111mm (3.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-4.3 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 7.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.5 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126g (0.28 lbs) 214g (0.47 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6")
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
Type of battery - AA
Battery ID NP-45A 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $99 $119