FujiFilm JV100 vs Nikon S6300

On this page, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm JV100 and Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the JV100 (12MP) and S6300 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JV100 was manufactured 24 months before the S6300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the JV100 matches up vs the S6300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JV100 enjoys outer dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6300 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JV100 and Nikon S6300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the JV100 vs the S6300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the JV100 and S6300 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the JV100 and S6300.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S6300 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older JV100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.