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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S640 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(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
Nikon S640
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Nikon S640

 JZ300 S640 
LaunchedFebruary 2010August 2009Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 S640 JZ300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon S640

 JZ300 S640 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kIdentical 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 size comparison

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

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 top view buttons comparison

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.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography details
Nikon S640 Portrait photography details
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no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography details
Nikon S640 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (130 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography info
Nikon S640 Sports photography info
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
34
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S640 as a Travel photography camera
61
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
62
lighter than competitors (130g)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography advice
Nikon S640 Landscape photography advice
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decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
32
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S640 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
31
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (130g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone port
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S640 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon S640
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Nikon Coolpix S640
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