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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3000 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix Z71
Nikon S3000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
  • Announced February 2010
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z70 was announced at a similar time to the S3000 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z70 matches up versus the S3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Nikon S3000

 Z70 S3000 

Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the FujiFilm Z70

 S3000 Z70 

Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon S3000

 Z70 S3000 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010February 2010Same age
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Z70 offers exterior measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S3000 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon S3000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Z70 and the S3000.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z70 and S3000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z70 and S3000.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should consider the age of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S3000 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S3000 as a Street photography camera
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Sports photography info
Nikon S3000 Sports photography info
25
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
17
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Travel photography advice
Nikon S3000 Travel photography advice
52
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
58
built-in flash
quite wide (27mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
resolution not great (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S3000 as a Landscape photography camera
23
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
28
quite wide (27mm)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S3000 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone jack
26
quite wide (27mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon S3000
 FujiFilm FinePix Z70Nikon Coolpix S3000
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix Z70 Nikon Coolpix S3000
Alternative name FinePix Z71 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-02-02 2010-02-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-180mm (5.0x) 27-108mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.2-5.9
Macro focus distance 9cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.10 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
External flash
AE 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 124 gr (0.27 lbs) 116 gr (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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-EL10
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $130 $150