Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.9-6.4) lens
- 155g - 92 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed June 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched February 2010
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm Z300 was manufactured 7 months earlier than the S3000 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm Z300 matches up versus the S3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z300 & Nikon Coolpix S3000. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z300 Gallery & Nikon S3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Nikon S3000
Fujifilm Z300 | S3000 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Fujifilm Z300
S3000 | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | June 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z300 and Nikon S3000
Fujifilm Z300 | S3000 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z300 features physical dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3000 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z300 compared to the S3000.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z300 and S3000 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z300 and S3000.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S3000 to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z300 will be behind in sensor technology.
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3000 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Nikon Coolpix S3000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-06-12 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-6.4 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NP-45 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $0 | $150 |