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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z800EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced July 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix Z808EXR
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
  • Revealed February 2011
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Z800EXR (12MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the Z800EXR (1/2") and S3100 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Z800EXR was launched 6 months prior to the S3100 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Z800EXR matches up against the S3100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Nikon S3100

 Z800EXR S3100 
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR

 S3100 Z800EXR 

Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Nikon S3100

 Z800EXR S3100 
RevealedJuly 2010February 2011Same age
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Z800EXR has outside dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3100 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Nikon S3100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z800EXR vs the S3100.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z800EXR and S3100 is 95 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z800EXR and S3100.

As you can see, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z800EXR featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon S3100 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Portrait photography with Nikon S3100
21
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2")
lack of RAW files
33
decent megapixels (14MP)
features face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Street photography with Nikon S3100
55
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (158 grams)
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Sports photography details
Nikon S3100 Sports photography details
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2")
lack of phase detect auto focus
32
decent megapixels (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Travel photography with Nikon S3100
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (158 grams)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
65
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Landscape photography highlights
Nikon S3100 Landscape photography highlights
32
lovely big screen (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
33
rather wide (26mm)
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Vlogging with Nikon S3100
27
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (158g)
28
rather wide (26mm)
features face detection autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic port
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S3100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z800EXR and Nikon S3100
 FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXRNikon Coolpix S3100
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR Nikon Coolpix S3100
Otherwise known as FinePix Z808EXR -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-07-21 2011-02-09
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by 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 area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.7 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance 9cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.90 m 4.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
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 158 grams (0.35 lb) 118 grams (0.26 lb)
Physical 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 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 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 feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $200 $139