Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3600
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3600 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
- Revealed August 2011
- Replaced the FujiFilm XP10
- Updated by Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2014

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3600, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and S3600 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was introduced 3 years prior to the S3600 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores vs the S3600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Nikon Coolpix S3600. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Nikon S3600
Fujifilm XP30 | S3600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Fujifilm XP30
S3600 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 29 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3600
Fujifilm XP30 | S3600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 has got external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Nikon S3600 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S3600 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 compared to the S3600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and S3600 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and S3600.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S3600 to provide greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 grams (0.36 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 200 pictures | 230 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $240 | $200 |