FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9100
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Released July 2011
- Refreshed by Nikon S9300

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9100 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S9100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The JX300 was unveiled 6 months before the S9100 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the JX300 matches up against the S9100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon S9100
JX300 | S9100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the FujiFilm JX300
S9100 | JX300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S9100
JX300 | S9100 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 has got exterior 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 S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S9100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the JX300 versus the S9100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and S9100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and S9100.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the FujiFilm JX300 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Also called as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1800 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 | 270 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $329 |