Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Fujifilm J30

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 360 HS and Fujifilm J30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 360 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm J30 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 360 HS was brought out 6 years after the Fujifilm J30 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the ELPH 360 HS grades vs the Fujifilm J30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Fujifilm FinePix J30. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 360 HS Gallery and Fujifilm J30 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 360 HS features physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Fujifilm J30 has specifications of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 360 HS and Fujifilm J30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 360 HS versus the Fujifilm J30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 360 HS and Fujifilm J30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 360 HS and Fujifilm J30.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 360 HS to deliver extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 360 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.