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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L31 front
Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
27
Overall
35

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 Key Specs

FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix JX305
Nikon L31
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released January 2015
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the L31 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was released 5 years prior to the L31 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L31 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the JX300 scores against the L31 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon L31

 JX300 L31 

Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the FujiFilm JX300

 L31 JX300 
ReleasedJanuary 2015January 2011Newer by 49 months
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Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon L31

 JX300 L31 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 enjoys physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon L31 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the JX300 compared to the L31.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and L31 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and L31.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L31 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged JX300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon L31 as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
36
decent MP (16 megapixels)
provides face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Street photography factors
Nikon L31 Street photography factors
55
lighter than competition in class (130g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
56
has image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than others (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon L31 as a Sports photography camera
31
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (180 per charge)
no phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography advice
Nikon L31 Travel photography advice
65
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
not so great battery life (180 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
68
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
pretty wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (160 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography advice
Nikon L31 Landscape photography advice
32
pretty wide (28mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
not so great battery life (180 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
39
pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging factors
Nikon L31 Vlogging factors
28
pretty wide (28mm)
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
65
pretty wide (26mm)
selfie friendly display
has image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detection autofocus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
heavier than others (160 grams)
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon L31 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon L31
 FujiFilm FinePix JX300Nikon Coolpix L31
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JX300 Nikon Coolpix L31
Also referred to as FinePix JX305 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2015-01-14
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1800 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 3.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB 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
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 130g (0.29 pounds) 160g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 images 200 images
Battery format Battery Pack AA
Battery ID - 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $110 $0