Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S8100

The following is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S8100 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X30 was brought out 4 years after the S8100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X30 scores versus the S8100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X30 provides outer measurements 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 S8100 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S8100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the S8100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and S8100 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and S8100.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 offers the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The more modern Fujifilm X30 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.