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Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
Portability
90
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Introduced August 2011
Nikon S30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 Overview

Here is a complete overview of the Fujifilm JX370 and Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and S30 (10MP) and the Fujifilm JX370 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm JX370 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the S30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm JX370 scores against the S30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Nikon S30

 Fujifilm JX370 S30 

Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Fujifilm JX370

 S30 Fujifilm JX370 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Nikon S30

 Fujifilm JX370 S30 
LaunchedAugust 2011February 2012Same generation
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX370 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Nikon S30 has specifications of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 versus the S30.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX370 and S30 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX370 and S30.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JX370 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm JX370 will result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm JX370
Portrait photography with Nikon S30
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
24
offers face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S30 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition (124 grams)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
51
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than others (214 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm JX370
Sports photography with Nikon S30
31
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (190 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
28
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
environment proofing
continuous shooting slow (1.5 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Travel photography details
Nikon S30 Travel photography details
65
lighter than competition (124g)
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
terrible battery pack (190 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
52
environment proofing
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (214g)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm JX370
Landscape photography with Nikon S30
32
decently wide (28mm)
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
terrible battery pack (190 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
25
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Vlogging details
Nikon S30 Vlogging details
28
decently wide (28mm)
lighter than competition (124g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone port
23
offers face detect focusing
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic support
heavier than others (214g)
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX370 and Nikon S30
 Fujifilm FinePix JX370Nikon Coolpix S30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JX370 Nikon Coolpix S30
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-08-11 2012-02-01
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1800 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec 1.5 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124 grams (0.27 lbs) 214 grams (0.47 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6")
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 images 240 images
Battery style Battery Pack AA
Battery ID NP-45A 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $159 $119