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Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31

Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40
Fujifilm XF1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S31 front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27

Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs

Fujifilm XF1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
  • 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
  • Introduced September 2012
Nikon S31
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F) lens
  • 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
  • Released June 2013
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 Overview

The following is a extensive review of the Fujifilm XF1 and Nikon S31, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the S31 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and S31 (1/2.9") offer different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was introduced 9 months earlier than the S31 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XF1 matches up against the S31 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Nikon S31

 Fujifilm XF1 S31 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Fujifilm XF1

 S31 Fujifilm XF1 
ReleasedJune 2013September 2012Newer by 9 months

Common features in the Fujifilm XF1 and Nikon S31

 Fujifilm XF1 S31 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XF1 features outer measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XF1 and Nikon S31 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 against the S31.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF1 and S31 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF1 and S31.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XF1 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm XF1 will provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XF1 will be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XF1 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S31 Portrait photography advice
42
manual focus
includes face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (2/3")
19
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XF1 Street photography factors
Nikon S31 Street photography factors
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
no moving screen
small sensor (2/3")
more heavy than average (255 grams)
52
environment proofing
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XF1 Sports photography information
Nikon S31 Sports photography information
31
has image stabilization (Optical)
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (2/3")
does not have phase detect AF
24
environment proofing
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.9")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XF1 Travel photography advice
Nikon S31 Travel photography advice
60
flash built-in
quite wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than average (255 grams)
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
59
environment proofing
built-in flash
good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (29mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XF1 Landscape photography details
Nikon S31 Landscape photography details
53
manual focus
quite wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
good sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (2/3")
lack of Timelapse function
30
good max aperture (f)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.9")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XF1 Vlogging advice
Nikon S31 Vlogging advice
34
quite wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external microphone support
more heavy than average (255 grams)
24
good max aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S31 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XF1 and Nikon S31
 Fujifilm XF1Nikon Coolpix S31
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm XF1 Nikon Coolpix S31
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2012-09-17 2013-06-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type EXRCMOS 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 -
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 12800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/1.8-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 4.1 7.3
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 7.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 255 gr (0.56 lbs) 185 gr (0.41 lbs)
Physical dimensions 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 49 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 20.5 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.2 not tested
DXO Low light rating 199 not tested
Other
Battery life - 260 images
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-50 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $380 $90