FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix JZ505
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Announced September 2010
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe JZ500 was revealed 2 months prior to the S8100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the JZ500 matches up versus the S8100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Nikon S8100
JZ500 | S8100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the FujiFilm JZ500
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Nikon S8100
JZ500 | S8100 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | September 2010 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 features outer dimensions 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 S8100 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the JZ500 compared to the S8100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and S8100 is 93 and 93 respectively.
FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and S8100.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm JZ500 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Nikon S8100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 |
Also Known as | FinePix JZ505 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2010-09-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 220 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $230 | $299 |