Nikon S9100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Comparison

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Nikon S9100

12 MP | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor

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Fujifilm S8300

16 MP | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor

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Nikon S9100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing S9100 and S8300, two Small Sensor Superzoom cameras from Nikon and Fujifilm. Both cameras have 1/2.3-inch sensors but Nikon S9100 has a 12.0 MP and Fujifilm S8300 has a 16.0 MP resolution. Nikon S9100 was introduced to market in July 2011 and Fujifilm S8300 was launched in January 2013. There is 18 months difference between S9100 and S8300 so we don't expect to see a huge technology difference between these two cameras but it would still give an advantage to younger S8300, especially in sensor tech.

Here is a brief look at the main features of Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Nikon S9100 Key Specs

Announcement Date: 2011-07-19

12MP - 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor

ISO 160 - 3200

25-450 mm F3.5-5.9 Zoom Lens

Sensor-shift Image Stabilization

3" Fixed Type Screen

10 fps continuous shooting

Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution

240fps High-Speed Video

214g. 105 x 62 x 35 mm

Fujifilm S8300 Key Specs

Announcement Date: 2013-01-07

16MP - 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor

ISO 64 - 12800

24-1008 mm F2.9-6.5 Zoom Lens

Optical Image Stabilization

3" Fixed Type Screen

200k dot Electronic viewfinder

10 fps continuous shooting

Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution

480fps High-Speed Video

670g. 123 x 87 x 116 mm mm

Nikon S9100 was replaced by Nikon Coolpix S9300. You may also be interested in these comparisons:
Nikon Coolpix S9300 vs Nikon Coolpix S9100
Nikon Coolpix S9300 vs Fujifilm FinePix S8300

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.

Reasons to choose Nikon Coolpix S9100 over Fujifilm FinePix S8300

Face Detection Focus	Yes vs No	very handy for portraits
LCD Screen Resolution	921k dots vs 460k dots	100% higher resolution screen
Weight	214 g vs 670 g	456 g lighter
Max Aperture - Tele	5.90 vs 6.50	faster lens at tele

Reasons to choose Fujifilm FinePix S8300 over Nikon Coolpix S9100

Viewfinder	Electronic vs None	Better framing and control
Max Sensor Resolution	16 MP vs 12 MP	33% more pixels
Max ISO	12.800 vs 3.200	300% higher Max ISO
Max Mech. Shutter	1/7000s vs 1/2000s	faster mechanical shutter
Manual Exposure	Yes vs No	better exposure control
Focal Length - Wide	24mm vs 25mm	1 mm wider coverage
Focal Length - Tele	1008mm vs 450mm	558 mm longer tele reach
Optical Zoom	42× vs 18×	more flexible focal coverage
Max Aperture - Wide	2.90 vs 3.50	faster lens at wide

Common Strengths of Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Fujifilm FinePix S8300

Image Stabilization	Sensor-shift vs Optical	Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Built-in Flash	Yes vs Yes	Useful in low-light
Continuous Shooting	10.0fps vs 10.0fps	Fast shooting speeds
Manual Focusing	Yes vs Yes	both have manual focusing modes
Focal Length - Tele	450mm vs 1008mm	Very good Telezoom

Common Weaknesses of Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Fujifilm FinePix S8300

Fixed Screen	Fixed Type vs No	No flexible viewing angles
External Flash Shoe	No vs No	Not suitable for flash photography
RAW Support	No vs No	Lower image quality
Environmental Sealing	No vs No	not suitable for tough conditions
Max Aperture - Tele	5.90 vs 6.50	Slow lenses at tele

Nikon S9100 vs Fujifilm S8300: Physical Specs and Body features Comparison

Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S9100 has external dimensions of 105 x 62 x 35 mm (4.13 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm S8300 has external dimensions of and weighs 670 g (including batteries).

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300. Nikon S9100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 18mm narrower, 25mm shorter and 81mm thinner than Fujifilm S8300.

Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300.

Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 Size and Weight - Back View

Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300.

Top View Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 Size

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Nikon S9100 is significantly lighter (456g ) than the Fujifilm S8300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.

Weight Comparison

Bridge Cameras

S9100

S8300

Min

Average

Max

Thickness Comparison

Bridge Cameras

S9100

S8300

Min

Average

Max

Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix S9100 nor Fujifilm FinePix S8300 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections:
Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing

LCD Screen Size and Features

Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".

Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.

Nikon S9100 vs Fujifilm S8300: Sensor Comparison

Nikon S9100 has a 12.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor and features Expeed C2 processor. On the other hand, Fujifilm S8300 has a 16.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor .

Below you can see the S9100 and S8300 sensor size comparison.

Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 Cameras

Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Nikon S9100 vs Fujifilm S8300 Lens Specs Comparison

Nikon S9100 features a 25-450 mm F3.5-5.9 18× zoom lens whereas Fujifilm S8300 features a 24-1008 mm F2.9-6.5 42× zoom lens.

Fujifilm S8300 has 1mm wider coverage than the Nikon S9100. At f2.90, it is also faster at widest end. On the tele end, Fujifilm S8300 has 558mm longer telezoom reach than the Nikon S9100. However, with a max aperture of f5.90, Nikon S9100 is faster at widest end.

Wide Coverage

Compact Cameras

S9100

S8300

Widest - Ricoh WG-M1

Average

Telezoom

DSLR-Like Cameras

S9100

S8300

Longest - Canon SX520 HS

Average

Max Aperture at Tele

DSLR-Like Cameras

S9100

S8300

Fastest - Ricoh GR Digital IV

Average

Max Aperture at Wide

DSLR-Like Cameras

S9100

S8300

Fastest - Leica D-Lux 6

Average

What types of Photography are Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 Good for?

In this section, we rank and compare Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Nikon S9100 for Portrait Photography

POOR

Fujifilm S8300 for Portrait Photography

POOR

Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
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Nikon S9100 for Street Photography

GOOD

Fujifilm S8300 for Street Photography

GOOD

Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
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Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Medium sized Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
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Nikon S9100 for Sports Photography

POOR

Fujifilm S8300 for Sports Photography

AVERAGE

Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 10.0fps
450 mm Tele Lens
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
9 Focus Points
Poor Battery Life: 270 shots
Slow Lens at Tele: f5.90
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Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 10.0fps
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/7000s
1008 mm Tele Lens
Average Ergonomics&Handling
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
Environmental Sealings
Unknown Focus Points
Slow Lens at Tele: f6.50
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Nikon S9100 for Daily Photography

GOOD

Fujifilm S8300 for Daily Photography

AVERAGE

Compact Body
214g
18.0X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
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42.0X Optical Zoom
Medium size Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
670g
Body Thickness 116mm
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Nikon S9100 for Landscape Photography

POOR

Fujifilm S8300 for Landscape Photography

POOR

Manual Focus Mode
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Exposure Mode
No Environmental Sealings
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Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Environmental Sealings
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Nikon S9100 vs Fujifilm S8300: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Nikon S9100 and Fujifilm S8300 scores compare:

Nikon S9100

Imaging

Features

Value

Portability

Overall

Ranked #174 out of 475 in Compact cameras
Ranked #727 out of 1223 in all Cameras

Fujifilm S8300

Imaging

Features

Value

Portability

Overall

Ranked #71 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked #640 out of 1223 in all Cameras

Fujifilm S8300 has a higher Overall Score than the Nikon S9100 and would be our choice if we have to decide between these two cameras.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon S9100 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General	Nikon Coolpix S9100	Fujifilm FinePix S8300
Brand	Nikon	Fujifilm
Announced	2011-07-19	2013-01-07
Body Type	Compact	SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor
Type	BSI-CMOS	BSI-CMOS
Size	1/2.3-inch	1/2.3-inch
Dimensions	6.17 x 4.55 mm	6.17 x 4.55 mm
Area	28.07mm²	28.07mm²
Megapixels	12 megapixels	16 megapixels
Max Resolution	4000 x 3000	4608 x3456
Max Native Light sensitivity	3,200 ISO	12,800 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity	160 ISO	64 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points	9	n/a
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount	fixed lens	fixed lens
Lens Focal Range	25-450 mm (18×)	24-1008 mm (42×)
Max Aperture	F3.5-5.9	F2.9-6.5
Macro Focus Range	4cm	0cm
Screen
Type	Fixed type	Fixed type
Size	3"	3"
Resolution	921k dots	460k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder	None	Electronic
Viewfinder Resolution	no electronic viewfinder	200k dots
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter	1/2000s	1/7000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization	Sensor-shift	Optical
Built-in Flash
Flash Range	4.00 m	n/a
External Flash
Continuous Shooting	10.0 fps	10.0 fps
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution	1920 x 1080	1920 x 1080
Video Formats	MPEG-4, H.264	Motion JPEG
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity	None	None
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight	214g	670g
Dimensions	105 x 62 x 35mm	123 x 87 x 116 mmmm
Battery Life	270 shots	n/a
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS	None	None
DxO Sensor Scores
	Report a correction	Report a correction