FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Nikon S3100
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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
- 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix Z707EXR
(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
- Announced February 2011

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Nikon S3100 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm Z700EXR and Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Z700EXR (12MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the Z700EXR (1/2") and S3100 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

The Z700EXR was released 12 months prior to the S3100 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Z700EXR grades against the S3100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Nikon S3100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR & Nikon Coolpix S3100. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm Z700EXR Gallery & Nikon S3100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z700EXR over the Nikon S3100
Z700EXR | S3100 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the FujiFilm Z700EXR
S3100 | Z700EXR | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm Z700EXR and Nikon S3100
Z700EXR | S3100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Z700EXR has outer dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Nikon S3100 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm Z700EXR and Nikon S3100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z700EXR versus the S3100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z700EXR and S3100 is 95 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z700EXR and S3100.
All in all, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z700EXR featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon S3100 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older Z700EXR is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Nikon S3100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR | Nikon Coolpix S3100 |
Also referred to as | FinePix Z707EXR | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.7 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | 158 grams (0.35 lb) | 118 grams (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 life | - | 220 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $250 | $139 |