Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3700
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3700 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S3700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and S3700 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm J30 was introduced 6 years earlier than the S3700 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm J30 grades versus the S3700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix J30 & Nikon Coolpix S3700. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm J30 Gallery & Nikon S3700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Nikon S3700
Fujifilm J30 | S3700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Fujifilm J30
S3700 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 66 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S3700
Fujifilm J30 | S3700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm J30 has 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) while the Nikon S3700 has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S3700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 against the S3700.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and S3700 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3700 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The pic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and S3700.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S3700 to give greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S3700 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Nikon Coolpix S3700 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 118 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 240 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $150 | $175 |