Fujifilm X100V vs Nikon S3000

Here is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm X100V versus Nikon S3000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X100V (26MP) and S3000 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X100V (APS-C) and S3000 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X100V was released 10 years later than the S3000 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X100V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S3000 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X100V grades versus the S3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X100V and Nikon Coolpix S3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X100V Gallery and Nikon S3000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X100V enjoys physical dimensions of 128mm x 75mm x 53mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") with a weight of 478 grams (1.05 lbs) and the Nikon S3000 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X100V versus Nikon S3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X100V against the S3000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100V and S3000 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100V and S3000.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X100V featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X100V will give more detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X100V provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.