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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
  • Revealed August 2011
  • Replaced the FujiFilm XP10
  • Successor is Fujifilm XP50
Nikon S3100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Announced February 2011
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 Overview

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3100, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was brought out 7 months after the S3100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XP30 being a Compact camera and the Nikon S3100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades vs the S3100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Nikon S3100

 Fujifilm XP30 S3100 
AnnouncedAugust 2011February 2011More modern by 7 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Fujifilm XP30

 S3100 Fujifilm XP30 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3100

 Fujifilm XP30 S3100 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Nikon S3100 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the S3100.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and S3100 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and S3100.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm XP30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm XP30
Portrait photography with Nikon S3100
28
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
33
megapixel count good (14MP)
provides face detect focus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Street photography information
Nikon S3100 Street photography information
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Sports photography information
Nikon S3100 Sports photography information
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery (200 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
32
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S3100 as a Travel photography camera
65
environment proof
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
terrible battery (200 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
65
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S3100 Landscape photography factors
39
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery (200 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse function
33
decently wide (26mm)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Vlogging highlights
Nikon S3100 Vlogging highlights
29
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
28
decently wide (26mm)
provides face detect focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic support
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3100
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Nikon Coolpix S3100
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Nikon Coolpix S3100
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-08-16 2011-02-09
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed C2
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range 9cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AE 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) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG 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 BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 165 gr (0.36 lbs) 118 gr (0.26 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 200 photographs 220 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC, Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $240 $139