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Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9900 front
Portability
88
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Released August 2011
Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
  • 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
  • Announced February 2015
  • Old Model is Nikon S9700
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 Overview

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm JX370 and Nikon S9900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was revealed 4 years earlier than the S9900 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm JX370 matches up vs the S9900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Nikon S9900

 Fujifilm JX370 S9900 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Fujifilm JX370

 S9900 Fujifilm JX370 
AnnouncedFebruary 2015August 2011More modern by 42 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Nikon S9900

 Fujifilm JX370 S9900 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX370 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S9900 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm JX370 and Nikon S9900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 compared to the S9900.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX370 and S9900 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX370 and S9900.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S9900 to produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX370 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Portrait photography info
Nikon S9900 Portrait photography info
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
37
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focusing
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Street photography details
Nikon S9900 Street photography details
55
lighter than others (124 grams)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
68
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (289 grams)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Sports photography info
Nikon S9900 Sports photography info
31
MP count good (14 megapixels)
features tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery pack (190 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
53
great zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Travel photography advice
Nikon S9900 Travel photography advice
65
lighter than others (124 grams)
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low battery pack (190 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
77
lighter than others (289g)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen is selfie friendly
rather wide (25mm)
long zoom (750mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon S9900 Landscape photography highlights
32
decently wide (28mm)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
low battery pack (190 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse function
47
rather wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Vlogging info
Nikon S9900 Vlogging info
28
decently wide (28mm)
lighter than others (124 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
73
rather wide (25mm)
screen is selfie friendly
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others (289 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
does not have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Nikon S9900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX370 and Nikon S9900
 Fujifilm FinePix JX370Nikon Coolpix S9900
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX370 Nikon Coolpix S9900
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-08-11 2015-02-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-750mm (30.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.7-6.4
Macro focus distance 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1800s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.00 m 6.00 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124 gr (0.27 pounds) 289 gr (0.64 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6")
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 190 images 300 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $159 $300