Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3100
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced February 2011

Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3100 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm Z300 versus Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) and S3100 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z300 was unveiled 20 months prior to the S3100 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm Z300 grades against the S3100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and Nikon Coolpix S3100. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z300 Gallery and Nikon S3100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Nikon S3100
Fujifilm Z300 | S3100 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Fujifilm Z300
S3100 | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | June 2009 | Newer by 20 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z300 and Nikon S3100
Fujifilm Z300 | S3100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z300 enjoys external measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3100 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm Z300 versus Nikon S3100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z300 compared to the S3100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z300 and S3100 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z300 and S3100.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S3100 to render greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z300 will be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S3100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Nikon Coolpix S3100 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-06-12 | 2011-02-09 |
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 | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-6.4 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) | 118 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (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 | - | 220 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $0 | $139 |