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FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
Portability
90
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26

FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs

FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix JV205
Nikon S30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
  • Revealed February 2012
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 Overview

On this page, we are comparing the FujiFilm JV200 and Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the JV200 (14MP) and S30 (10MP) and the JV200 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The JV200 was launched 13 months earlier than the S30 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the JV200 scores against the S30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Nikon S30

 JV200 S30 

Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the FujiFilm JV200

 S30 JV200 
RevealedFebruary 2012January 2011Newer by 13 months

Common features in the FujiFilm JV200 and Nikon S30

 JV200 S30 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JV200 provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and 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).

Compare the FujiFilm JV200 and Nikon S30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the JV200 compared to the S30.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the JV200 and S30 is 96 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The image underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the JV200 and S30.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The JV200 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the FujiFilm JV200 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged JV200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography features
Nikon S30 Portrait photography features
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
24
offers face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Street photography advice
Nikon S30 Street photography advice
56
lighter than average (125 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
51
environment proofing
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/3")
lacks RAW support
more heavy than competitors in class (214 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Sports photography details
Nikon S30 Sports photography details
29
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
features tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (180 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
28
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
environment proofing
max frames per second low (1.5 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm JV200
Travel photography with Nikon S30
60
lighter than average (125 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
not so great battery power (180 per charge)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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environment proofing
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors in class (214 grams)
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S30 Landscape photography factors
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
not so great battery power (180 shots)
does not have Timelapse mode
25
environment proofing
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JV200 Vlogging information
Nikon S30 Vlogging information
25
lighter than average (125g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone socket
23
offers face detect focusing
wide angle not the best (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (214 grams)
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FujiFilm JV200 vs Nikon S30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JV200 and Nikon S30
 FujiFilm FinePix JV200Nikon Coolpix S30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JV200 Nikon Coolpix S30
Alternate name FinePix JV205 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-01-05 2012-02-01
Physical type 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 area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 1.5fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
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
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 grams (0.28 lbs) 214 grams (0.47 lbs)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 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 All around 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 180 pictures 240 pictures
Battery type AA AA
Battery ID - 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail price $49 $119