FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640
93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched August 2009

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was announced 7 months after the S640 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the JZ300 matches up vs the S640 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Nikon Coolpix S640. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Nikon S640
JZ300 | S640 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the FujiFilm JZ300
S640 | JZ300 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon S640
JZ300 | S640 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon S640 has proportions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the JZ300 compared to the S640.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and S640 is 93 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ300 and S640.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher JZ300 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Nikon Coolpix S640 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Nikon Coolpix S640 |
Alternative name | FinePix JZ305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
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 | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 130 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $225 |