Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3100

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm J30 versus Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm J30 was revealed 18 months prior to the S3100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm J30 scores versus the S3100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix J30 & Nikon Coolpix S3100. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm J30 Gallery & Nikon S3100 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm J30 provides outside dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3100 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm J30 versus Nikon S3100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 compared to the S3100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and S3100 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and S3100.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S3100 to provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 will be behind in sensor technology.