• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 27.00mm - 108.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 26.00mm - 130.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon S3000 advantages over Fujifilm JX580

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.54 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 220 vs 170 shots
    Capture more photos

Fujifilm JX580 advantages over Nikon S3000

  • Less expensive
    $120 vs $150 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • More telephoto lens reach
    130 mm vs 108 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • More pixels
    16.0 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm JV100

Nikon S3000
Fujifilm JV100
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Wider angle lens
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Nikon S3000 vs Fujifilm JV100

Fujifilm JX580
Fujifilm JV100
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • More pixels
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer exposure

Compare Fujifilm JX580 vs Fujifilm JV100

Compared to Nikon S4000

Nikon S3000
Nikon S4000
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen

Compare Nikon S3000 vs Nikon S4000

Fujifilm JX580
Nikon S4000
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More dots on screen

Compare Fujifilm JX580 vs Nikon S4000

Compared to Nikon S80

Nikon S3000
Nikon S80
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $172
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon S3000 vs Nikon S80

Fujifilm JX580
Nikon S80
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Wider angle lens
  • $172
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm JX580 vs Nikon S80

Compared to Pentax RS1000

Nikon S3000
Pentax RS1000
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $117
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Nikon S3000 vs Pentax RS1000

Fujifilm JX580
Pentax RS1000
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $117
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Fujifilm JX580 vs Pentax RS1000

Compared to Fujifilm JX500

Nikon S3000
Fujifilm JX500
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $167
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon S3000 vs Fujifilm JX500

Fujifilm JX580
Fujifilm JX500
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $167
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Fujifilm JX580 vs Fujifilm JX500

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