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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix Z71
Nikon S3100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Released February 2011
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 Overview

Below is a detailed comparison of the FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Z70 was released 12 months earlier than the S3100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Z70 scores versus the S3100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Nikon S3100

 Z70 S3100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the FujiFilm Z70

 S3100 Z70 
ReleasedFebruary 2011February 2010More recent by 12 months

Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon S3100

 Z70 S3100 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Z70 has got external dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Nikon S3100 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Z70 compared to the S3100.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z70 and S3100 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z70 and S3100.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S3100 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older Z70 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S3100 Portrait photography advice
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
33
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S3100 as a Street photography camera
48
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Sports photography factors
Nikon S3100 Sports photography factors
25
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
32
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
low fps (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Travel photography features
Nikon S3100 Travel photography features
52
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
65
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Landscape photography details
Nikon S3100 Landscape photography details
23
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
33
reasonably wide (26mm)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Vlogging details
Nikon S3100 Vlogging details
22
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
28
reasonably wide (26mm)
comes with face detection focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Nikon S3100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z70 and Nikon S3100
 FujiFilm FinePix Z70Nikon Coolpix S3100
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix Z70 Nikon Coolpix S3100
Otherwise known as FinePix Z71 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-02-02 2011-02-09
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 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-180mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range 9cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/4 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.10 m 4.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124 grams (0.27 lb) 118 grams (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $130 $139