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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
41
Overall
37

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP30
(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
  • Announced August 2011
  • Earlier Model is FujiFilm XP10
  • Later Model is Fujifilm XP50
Nikon S9100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Newer Model is Nikon S9300
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 Overview

The following is a extended review of the Fujifilm XP30 versus Nikon S9100, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was announced within a month of the S9100 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades against the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Nikon S9100

 Fujifilm XP30 S9100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Fujifilm XP30

 S9100 Fujifilm XP30 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S9100

 Fujifilm XP30 S9100 
IntroducedAugust 2011July 2011Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP30 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the S9100.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and S9100 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The picture below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and S9100.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP30 to provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S9100 Portrait photography advice
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
32
manual focus
offers face detect focusing
no manual mode
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Street photography details
Nikon S9100 Street photography details
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (214 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Sports photography advice
Nikon S9100 Sports photography advice
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (200 per charge)
lack of phase detect AF
36
long zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (270 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S9100 as a Travel photography camera
65
environment proofing
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
terrible battery (200 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
61
lighter than competition in class (214 grams)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
very long reach (450mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
low battery life (270 shots)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Landscape photography info
Nikon S9100 Landscape photography info
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relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery (200 CIPA)
missing Timelapse recording
39
manual focus
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
low battery life (270 per charge)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Vlogging factors
Nikon S9100 Vlogging factors
29
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
34
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (214 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of microphone socket
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S9100
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Nikon Coolpix S9100
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Nikon Coolpix S9100
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-08-16 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 160
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-450mm (18.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range 9cm 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
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) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
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) 214 grams (0.47 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4")
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 270 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Price at release $240 $329