Casio EX-FS10 vs Fujifilm J30
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Casio EX-FS10 vs Fujifilm J30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-7.1) lens
- 121g - 102 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched July 2009

Casio EX-FS10 vs Fujifilm J30 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-FS10 and Fujifilm J30, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and Fujifilm J30 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-FS10 was revealed 6 months earlier than the Fujifilm J30 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-FS10 scores against the Fujifilm J30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Fujifilm J30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FS10 and Fujifilm FinePix J30. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FS10 Gallery and Fujifilm J30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FS10 over the Fujifilm J30
EX-FS10 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Casio EX-FS10
Fujifilm J30 | EX-FS10 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-FS10 and Fujifilm J30
EX-FS10 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FS10 vs Fujifilm J30 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FS10 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Fujifilm J30 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FS10 and Fujifilm J30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-FS10 versus the Fujifilm J30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FS10 and Fujifilm J30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Fujifilm J30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FS10 and Fujifilm J30.
All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm J30 to result in extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FS10 vs Fujifilm J30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | Fujifilm FinePix J30 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-07-22 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 9 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-7.1 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1400s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 55 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | NP-80 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $200 | $150 |