Nikon D1X vs Fujifilm FinePix JV100

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon D1X and the Fujifilm FinePix JV100, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon D1X was introduced in June 2001 and Fujifilm FinePix JV100 was introduced in February 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon D1X over Fujifilm FinePix JV100.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix JV100 over Nikon D1X.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon D1X has a 2.0" screen with 130k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix JV100 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder on Nikon D1X

Nikon D1X has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. It has a 96% coverage and 0.80x (0.53x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm FinePix JV100.

Nikon D1X features a 5.3 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 369.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 800. Fujifilm FinePix JV100 features a 12.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600 and expands to 100 - 3,200 in boosted mode.

Nikon D1X can take pictures up to 3008 x 1960 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2000 x 1312 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix JV100 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2664, 4000 x 2248, 2816 x 2112, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Nikon D1X it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm FinePix JV100 nothing can be done.

USB Inputs

Fujifilm FinePix JV100 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer.

Battery

Fujifilm FinePix JV100 comes with NP-45A battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Nikon D1X has a single CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive card slot. Fujifilm FinePix JV100 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Nikon D1X has Charge-coupled electronic and mechanical shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec on Nikon D1X, and up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix JV100. Nikon D1X can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps.

Flash

Fujifilm FinePix JV100 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 3.50 m. Nikon D1X has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/500 sec on Nikon D1X.

Nikon D1X body has dimensions of 157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35") and Fujifilm FinePix JV100 body has dimensions of 93 x 55 x 21 mm (3.66 x 2.17 x 0.83"). Nikon D1X weighs 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix JV100 weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz).

Nikon D1X

Fujifilm FinePix JV100

157 mm

153 mm

93 mm

55 mm