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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S1 front
Portability
60
Imaging
40
Features
67
Overall
50

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm JZ100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2012
Fujifilm S1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1200mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 680g - 133 x 91 x 110mm
  • Released January 2014
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 Overview

The following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm JZ100 and Fujifilm S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was released 24 months before the Fujifilm S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm JZ100 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades vs the Fujifilm S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Fujifilm S1

 Fujifilm JZ100 Fujifilm S1 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 over the Fujifilm JZ100

 Fujifilm S1 Fujifilm JZ100 
ReleasedJanuary 2014January 2012Newer by 24 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kSharper screen (+690k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Fujifilm S1

 Fujifilm JZ100 Fujifilm S1 
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JZ100 comes with physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1 has dimensions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm JZ100 and Fujifilm S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 compared to the Fujifilm S1.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JZ100 and Fujifilm S1 is 95 and 60 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Fujifilm S1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S1 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JZ100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Portrait photography information
Fujifilm S1 Portrait photography information
28
MP count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
manual focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focus
supports RAW formats
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Street photography information
Fujifilm S1 Street photography information
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (129g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
58
screen articulates
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
heavier than competition in class (680 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Sports photography features
Fujifilm S1 Sports photography features
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
offers tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
57
amazing zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proofing
good battery pack (350 per charge)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm S1 Travel photography highlights
68
lighter than competitors in class (129g)
MP count good (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
63
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
environment proofing
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
reasonably wide (24mm)
very long reach (1200mm)
heavier than competition in class (680 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JZ100 Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm S1 Landscape photography factors
37
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
58
manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
good battery pack (350 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm JZ100
Vlogging with Fujifilm S1
31
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (129 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone jack
57
reasonably wide (24mm)
selfie friendly screen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (680g)
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Fujifilm S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JZ100 and Fujifilm S1
 Fujifilm FinePix JZ100Fujifilm FinePix S1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 Fujifilm FinePix S1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-01-05 2014-01-06
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
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 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 12800
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-200mm (8.0x) 24-1200mm (50.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.9-5.9 f/2.8-5.6
Macro focusing range 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 920k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 97 percent
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 8.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
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) 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic 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 Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 129 gr (0.28 lb) 680 gr (1.50 lb)
Dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 133 x 91 x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3")
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 - 350 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A NP-85
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $190 $400