Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm Z30
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Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2015
- Old Model is Canon SX600 HS
(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
- Released February 2009

Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SX610 HS and Fujifilm Z30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX610 HS was introduced 5 years later than the Fujifilm Z30 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX610 HS matches up against the Fujifilm Z30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm Z30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Fujifilm Z30
SX610 HS | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 72 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Canon SX610 HS
Fujifilm Z30 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Fujifilm Z30
SX610 HS | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS has external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 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).
Compare the Canon SX610 HS and Fujifilm Z30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX610 HS against the Fujifilm Z30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and Fujifilm Z30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and Fujifilm Z30.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to show greater detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SX610 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 3 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 191 gr (0.42 lbs) | 110 gr (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 life | 270 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $214 | $150 |