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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300

Portability
75
Imaging
32
Features
26
Overall
29
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3300 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
32
Overall
35

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8100fd
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
  • 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
  • Introduced January 2009
Nikon S3300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
  • Announced February 2012
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 Overview

Here is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Nikon S3300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and S3300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was revealed 4 years prior to the S3300 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades against the S3300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Nikon S3300

 Fujifilm S8100fd S3300 

Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Fujifilm S8100fd

 S3300 Fujifilm S8100fd 
AnnouncedFebruary 2012January 2009Fresher by 37 months
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon S3300

 Fujifilm S8100fd S3300 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8100fd enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Nikon S3300 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Nikon S3300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd vs the S3300.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8100fd and S3300 is 75 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8100fd and S3300.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S3300 to deliver more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm S8100fd
Portrait photography with Nikon S3300
27
has manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
39
manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
comes with face detect autofocus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Street photography info
Nikon S3300 Street photography info
47
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (128g)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm S8100fd
Sports photography with Nikon S3300
32
great zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (180 per charge)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Travel photography factors
Nikon S3300 Travel photography factors
53
built-in flash
fairly wide (27mm)
great zoom (486mm)
no Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
66
lighter than average in class (128g)
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (26mm)
no Timelapse mode
not so great battery life (180 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S3300 as a Landscape photography camera
35
has manual focus
fairly wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5 inches)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
41
manual focus
quite wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
not so great battery life (180 shots)
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Vlogging details
Nikon S3300 Vlogging details
24
fairly wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic jack
33
quite wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
lighter than average in class (128g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone jack
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Nikon S3300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8100fd and Nikon S3300
 Fujifilm FinePix S8100fdNikon Coolpix S3300
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd Nikon Coolpix S3300
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-01-15 2012-02-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
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 27-486mm (18.0x) 26-156mm (6.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-4.5 f/3.5-6.5
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) -
Flash settings 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 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format - MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 405 grams (0.89 lbs) 128 grams (0.28 lbs)
Physical dimensions 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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 - 180 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at release $300 $99