Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30
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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-360mm (F2.8-4.3) lens
- 285g - 111 x 71 x 45mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced February 2009

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) is very well matched but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and Fujifilm Z30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

The SX120 IS was revealed 7 months later than the Fujifilm Z30 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the SX120 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm Z30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Fujifilm Z30
SX120 IS | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 7 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Canon SX120 IS
Fujifilm Z30 | SX120 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm Z30
SX120 IS | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS features outside measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z30 has proportions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
See the Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX120 IS compared to the Fujifilm Z30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and Fujifilm Z30 is 87 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and Fujifilm Z30.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The SX120 IS offers the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF trickier. The more modern SX120 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 3 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 285 grams (0.63 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $249 | $150 |