Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2011
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm J30 was introduced 18 months before the S4100 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm J30 scores against the S4100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Nikon Coolpix S4100. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Nikon S4100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Nikon S4100
Fujifilm J30 | S4100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Fujifilm J30
S4100 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | July 2009 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S4100
Fujifilm J30 | S4100 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm J30 comes with external dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S4100 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm J30 vs the S4100.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and S4100 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and S4100.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S4100 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm J30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 190 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $150 | $140 |