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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000

Portability
76
Imaging
67
Features
79
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T2 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3000 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Launched July 2016
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-T1
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T3
Nikon S3000
(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
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 Overview

Following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and S3000 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and S3000 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was introduced 6 years after the S3000 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon S3000 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up vs the S3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Nikon S3000

 Fujifilm X-T2 S3000 
LaunchedJuly 2016February 2010More modern by 79 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3.2"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1040k230kSharper screen (+810k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Fujifilm X-T2

 S3000 Fujifilm X-T2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon S3000

 Fujifilm X-T2 S3000 
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 features physical dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Nikon S3000 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus the S3000.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T2 and S3000 is 76 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T2 and S3000.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T2 will offer more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S3000 Portrait photography factors
80
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection focus
supports RAW files
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Street photography details
Nikon S3000 Street photography details
75
tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
does not have image stabilization
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S3000 as a Sports photography camera
72
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
weather proofing
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (340 CIPA)
17
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Travel photography highlights
Nikon S3000 Travel photography highlights
63
weather proofing
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
not so great battery pack (340 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
58
has built in flash
decently wide (27mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
low MP (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography information
Nikon S3000 Landscape photography information
75
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW files
weather proofing
two card slots
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (340 shots)
28
decently wide (27mm)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Vlogging features
Nikon S3000 Vlogging features
33
features face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has external microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
26
decently wide (27mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon S3000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon S3000
 Fujifilm X-T2Nikon Coolpix S3000
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-T2 Nikon Coolpix S3000
Class Advanced Mirrorless Ultracompact
Launched 2016-07-07 2010-02-03
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip X-Processor Pro2 Expeed C2
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 12800 3200
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 80
RAW photos
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 325 -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 27-108mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.2-5.9
Macro focusing range - 8cm
Amount of lenses 54 -
Crop factor 1.5 5.8
Screen
Range of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.2 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/2000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shooting speed 14.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash options Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 640x480
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 507g (1.12 lbs) 116g (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 340 shots -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-W126S EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Dual Single
Cost at launch $1,600 $150