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FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100

Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 front
 
Nikon Coolpix P100 front
Portability
68
Imaging
33
Features
42
Overall
36

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 Key Specs

FujiFilm S4000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix S4050
Nikon P100
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
  • Launched July 2010
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 Overview

The following is a thorough overview of the FujiFilm S4000 and Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S4000 (14MP) and P100 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was announced 7 months after the P100 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the S4000 scores vs the P100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Nikon P100

 S4000 P100 
LaunchedJanuary 2011July 2010Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the FujiFilm S4000

 P100 S4000 
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Nikon P100

 S4000 P100 
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S4000 offers external measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon P100 has specifications of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S4000 and Nikon P100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S4000 and the P100.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and P100 is 67 and 68 respectively.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and P100.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the FujiFilm S4000 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger S4000 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm S4000
Portrait photography with Nikon P100
35
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
27
manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S4000 Street photography advice
Nikon P100 Street photography advice
43
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than average (540 grams)
50
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competition in class (481 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S4000 Sports photography highlights
Nikon P100 Sports photography highlights
47
excellent zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
36
amazing zoom range (26-678mm 26.1 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S4000 Travel photography highlights
Nikon P100 Travel photography highlights
54
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
long zoom (720mm)
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than average (540 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
48
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
very long reach (678mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (481 grams)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S4000 Landscape photography advice
Nikon P100 Landscape photography advice
41
quite wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
40
manual focus
pretty wide (26mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S4000 Vlogging advice
Nikon P100 Vlogging advice
24
quite wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detection focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
heavier than average (540g)
25
pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have mic socket
heavier than competition in class (481g)
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon P100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S4000 and Nikon P100
 FujiFilm FinePix S4000Nikon Coolpix P100
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S4000 Nikon Coolpix P100
Also called FinePix S4050 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-01-05 2010-07-06
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-720mm (30.0x) 26-678mm (26.1x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 540 grams (1.19 pounds) 481 grams (1.06 pounds)
Physical dimensions 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9")
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 300 images -
Form of battery AA -
Battery ID 4 x AA EN-EL5
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $279 $400