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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
Portability
90
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ305
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
  • Launched February 2012
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 Overview

The following is a in-depth overview of the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the S30 (10MP) is very well matched but the JZ300 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The JZ300 was announced 24 months prior to the S30 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the JZ300 matches up against the S30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Nikon S30

 JZ300 S30 

Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 S30 JZ300 
LaunchedFebruary 2012February 2010Newer by 24 months

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon S30

 JZ300 S30 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 has external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon S30 has proportions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the JZ300 versus the S30.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and S30 is 93 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and S30.

All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The JZ300 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the FujiFilm JZ300 will give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JZ300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm JZ300
Portrait photography with Nikon S30
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
24
has face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JZ300
Street photography with Nikon S30
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
51
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than others (214 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography info
Nikon S30 Sports photography info
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
28
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
environment proofing
max fps very slow (1.5 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Travel photography highlights
Nikon S30 Travel photography highlights
61
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
great reach (280mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
52
environment proofing
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (214g)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography info
Nikon S30 Landscape photography info
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
25
environment proofing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Vlogging information
Nikon S30 Vlogging information
28
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
23
has face detection focusing
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic port
heavier than others (214 grams)
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon S30
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Nikon Coolpix S30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Nikon Coolpix S30
Also called FinePix JZ305 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-02-02 2012-02-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 1.5fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 pounds) 214 grams (0.47 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 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 - 240 photos
Battery form - AA
Battery ID NP-45A 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $180 $119