Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3300
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Launched August 2011
- Previous Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Renewed by Fujifilm XP50
(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

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3300 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3300, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the S3300 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was released 5 months earlier than the S3300 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores versus the S3300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Nikon Coolpix S3300. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Nikon S3300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Nikon S3300
Fujifilm XP30 | S3300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Fujifilm XP30
S3300 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3300
Fujifilm XP30 | S3300 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3300 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 has got physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon S3300 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 compared to the S3300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP30 and S3300 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and S3300.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S3300 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3300 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lb) | 128g (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | 200 photographs | 180 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $240 | $99 |