Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8100
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Introduced September 2010
Photography Glossary Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8100 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm Z37 was revealed 13 months earlier than the S8100 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up versus the S8100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Nikon Coolpix S8100. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Nikon S8100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Nikon S8100
| Fujifilm Z37 | S8100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Fujifilm Z37
| S8100 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2010 |  | July 2009 | More recent by 13 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon S8100
| Fujifilm Z37 | S8100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z37 features external dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S8100 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 against the S8100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and S8100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z37 and S8100.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S8100 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S8100 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-07-22 | 2010-09-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 3s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| 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 life | - | 220 photographs |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $130 | $299 |
