Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S9300
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S9300 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
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Released July 2012
- Replaced the Nikon S9100
- Replacement is Nikon S9500

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S9300 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon S9300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and S9300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was revealed 4 years before the S9300 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores vs the S9300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S9300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Nikon Coolpix S9300. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Nikon S9300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Nikon S9300
Fujifilm Z37 | S9300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Fujifilm Z37
S9300 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 36 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 S9300
Fujifilm Z37 | S9300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S9300 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z37 has got physical measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z37 and Nikon S9300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the S9300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and S9300 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S9300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and S9300.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S9300 to give greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z37 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S9300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S9300 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Nikon Coolpix S9300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2012-07-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.9fps |
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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 215g (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" 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 | - | 200 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $130 | $249 |