Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S4000
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S4000 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
- Released June 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2010
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S4000 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm Z300 versus Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm Z300 was released 7 months prior to the S4000 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm Z300 grades against the S4000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S4000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and Nikon Coolpix S4000. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm Z300 Gallery and Nikon S4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Nikon S4000
Fujifilm Z300 | S4000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Fujifilm Z300
S4000 | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | June 2009 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z300 and Nikon S4000
Fujifilm Z300 | S4000 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S4000 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z300 comes with outer 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) and the Nikon S4000 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Z300 versus Nikon S4000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z300 versus the S4000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z300 and S4000 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S4000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z300 and S4000.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S4000 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Nikon S4000 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | Nikon Coolpix S4000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-06-12 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 alias 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 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-6.4 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lb) | 131g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | NP-45 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $200 |