FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31
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FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched July 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Released June 2013

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the T300 (14MP) and S31 (10MP) and the T300 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The T300 was released 23 months prior to the S31 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the T300 scores against the S31 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Nikon S31
T300 | S31 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the FujiFilm T300
S31 | T300 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Nikon S31
T300 | S31 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm T300 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has proportions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the T300 versus the S31.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T300 and S31 is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T300 and S31.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The T300 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the FujiFilm T300 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older T300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix T305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
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 | 151g (0.33 pounds) | 185g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
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 | 180 shots | 260 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $250 | $90 |