FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6100
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Released February 2011

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6100 Overview
Below is a extensive overview of the FujiFilm JX300 versus Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JX300 was manufactured at a similar time to the S6100 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the JX300 grades versus the S6100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon S6100
JX300 | S6100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the FujiFilm JX300
S6100 | JX300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S6100
JX300 | S6100 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JX300 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S6100 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JX300 versus Nikon S6100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the JX300 and the S6100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and S6100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and S6100.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S6100 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6100 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Other name | FinePix JX305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
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 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" 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 photographs | 210 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $110 | $195 |