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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
41
Overall
37

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ305
Nikon S9100
(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
  • Announced July 2011
  • Successor is Nikon S9300
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 Overview

Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Nikon S9100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was unveiled 17 months earlier than the S9100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the JZ300 grades vs the S9100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Nikon S9100

 JZ300 S9100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 S9100 JZ300 
AnnouncedJuly 2011February 2010More modern by 17 months
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kClearer screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon S9100

 JZ300 S9100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon S9100 has proportions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ300 versus Nikon S9100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the JZ300 compared to the S9100.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and S9100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ300 and S9100.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of files although you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged JZ300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography details
Nikon S9100 Portrait photography details
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
32
manual focus
offers face detect autofocus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography advice
Nikon S9100 Street photography advice
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
60
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (214 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Sports photography factors
Nikon S9100 Sports photography factors
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
36
long zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (270 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S9100 as a Travel photography camera
61
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
great zoom (280mm)
missing Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
61
lighter than average in class (214 grams)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
great reach (450mm)
does not have Timelapse function
not so great battery pack (270 per charge)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography advice
Nikon S9100 Landscape photography advice
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse function
39
manual focus
pretty wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
not so great battery pack (270 per charge)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S9100 as a Vlogging camera
28
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone jack
34
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (214g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have microphone jack
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Nikon S9100
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Nikon Coolpix S9100
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Nikon Coolpix S9100
Also referred to as FinePix JZ305 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-02-02 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 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 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 160
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 25-450mm (18.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 214 grams (0.47 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 270 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $180 $329