Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30
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Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Superseded the Canon SX130 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched July 2009

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was unveiled 2 years after the Fujifilm J30 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX150 IS scores against the Fujifilm J30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Fujifilm FinePix J30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Fujifilm J30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Fujifilm J30
SX150 IS | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Canon SX150 IS
Fujifilm J30 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Fujifilm J30
SX150 IS | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS has got exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Fujifilm J30 has proportions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS and the Fujifilm J30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and Fujifilm J30 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and Fujifilm J30.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX150 IS to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger SX150 IS should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm J30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Fujifilm FinePix J30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2009-07-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photos | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $249 | $150 |