Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S30
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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 - 1/3" 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
- Announced February 2012
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Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and S30 (10MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") feature different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm JX550 was introduced very close to the S30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades against the S30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Nikon Coolpix S30. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Nikon S30
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Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Fujifilm JX550
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Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Nikon S30
| Fujifilm JX550 | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2012 |  | February 2012 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 has got physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Nikon S30 has specifications of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the S30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and S30 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX550 and S30.
All in all, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm JX550 will give extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon S30 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2012-02-01 |
| Body design | 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 | 16MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.5 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 113g (0.25 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - | 240 pictures |
| Battery form | - | AA |
| Battery model | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $200 | $119 |