Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31
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![Fujifilm FinePix JX500 front Fujifilm FinePix JX500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500/Fujifilm-JX500-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S31 front Nikon Coolpix S31 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S31/Nikon-S31-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Introduced June 2013
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm JX500 and Nikon S31, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and S31 (10MP) and the Fujifilm JX500 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") provide different sensor sizes.
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The Fujifilm JX500 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the S31 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades vs the S31 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 & Nikon Coolpix S31. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Nikon S31
Fujifilm JX500 | S31 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Fujifilm JX500
S31 | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 17 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Nikon S31
Fujifilm JX500 | S31 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX500 has got outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Nikon S31 has measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm JX500 and Nikon S31 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 and the S31.
![Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 size comparison Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S31-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX500 and S31 is 95 and 90 respectively.
![Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S31-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX500 and S31.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm JX500 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm JX500 will resolve more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 sensor size comparison Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S31-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S31-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 113 grams (0.25 pounds) | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $90 | $90 |