Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30
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Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 217g - 100 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Replaced the Canon S110
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2009
Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the S120 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm Z30 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe S120 was manufactured 4 years after the Fujifilm Z30 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S120 matches up against the Fujifilm Z30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S120 & Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery & Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S120 over the Fujifilm Z30
S120 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | February 2009 | More modern by 59 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Canon S120
Fujifilm Z30 | S120 |
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Common features in the Canon S120 and Fujifilm Z30
S120 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon S120 has physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z30 has measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S120 vs the Fujifilm Z30.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S120 and Fujifilm Z30 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S120 and Fujifilm Z30.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S120 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon S120 will give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer S120 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon S120 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S120 | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot S120 | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-11-26 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 3 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 217 grams (0.48 lbs) | 110 grams (0.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 246 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $449 | $150 |