FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S230
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2009
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S230 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Nikon S230, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the JX300 (14MP) and S230 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe JX300 was launched 24 months later than the S230 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon S230 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the JX300 scores versus the S230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S230 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Nikon Coolpix S230. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon S230
JX300 | S230 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | February 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the FujiFilm JX300
S230 | JX300 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S230
JX300 | S230 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 offers exterior 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 S230 has measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 versus Nikon S230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the JX300 vs the S230.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and S230 is 95 and 96 respectively.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and S230.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JX300 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher JX300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S230 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Also Known as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 | 2000 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 115g (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $150 |