Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S8100
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S8100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched September 2010
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Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm JX500 versus Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm JX500 was released 17 months later than the S8100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm JX500 grades vs the S8100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Nikon S8100
| Fujifilm JX500 | S8100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | September 2010 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Fujifilm JX500
| S8100 | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX500 and Nikon S8100
| Fujifilm JX500 | S8100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S8100 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX500 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Nikon S8100 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JX500 versus Nikon S8100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 compared to the S8100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and S8100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S8100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX500 and S8100.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm JX500 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm JX500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon S8100 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2010-09-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic 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) | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| 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 | - | 220 shots |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $90 | $299 |