Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600
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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 S3600 front Nikon Coolpix S3600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3600/Nikon-S3600-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2014
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm JX500 versus Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and S3600 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm JX500 was manufactured 24 months prior to the S3600 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm JX500 scores against the S3600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 & Nikon Coolpix S3600. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery & Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Nikon S3600
Fujifilm JX500 | S3600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Fujifilm JX500
S3600 | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Nikon S3600
Fujifilm JX500 | S3600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX500 features physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3600 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm JX500 versus Nikon S3600 in our newest Camera plus 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 account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 vs the S3600.
![Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 size comparison Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3600-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX500 and S3600 is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3600-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX500 and S3600.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3600 to show more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JX500 will be behind in sensor technology.
![Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 sensor size comparison Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3600-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JX500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3600-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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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 S3600 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 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 | - | 230 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $90 | $200 |