Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S31
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73 Overall
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Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Introduced August 2014
- Older Model is Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Launched June 2013
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Following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S31, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S31 (1/2.9") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X30 was released 15 months after the S31 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X30 scores vs the S31 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Nikon S31
| Fujifilm X30 | S31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2014 |  | June 2013 | More modern by 15 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Fujifilm X30
| S31 | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Nikon S31
| Fujifilm X30 | S31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 features outer dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the S31.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and S31 is 80 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and S31.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X30 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X30 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
| Fujifilm X30 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm X30 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2014-08-26 | 2013-06-21 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.9" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
| Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 18.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 4.1 | 7.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 423 gr (0.93 pounds) | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 470 shots | 260 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-95 | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $499 | $90 |