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Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix J30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
10
Overall
24

Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2010
Fujifilm J30
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
  • Released July 2009
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 Overview

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-Z35 versus Fujifilm J30, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was manufactured 8 months after the Fujifilm J30 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z35 grades vs the Fujifilm J30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Fujifilm J30

 EX-Z35 Fujifilm J30 
ReleasedFebruary 2010July 2009More modern by 8 months
Focus manually Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Casio EX-Z35

 Fujifilm J30 EX-Z35 
Display sizing2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Fujifilm J30

 EX-Z35 Fujifilm J30 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z35 enjoys physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm J30 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Casio EX-Z35 versus Fujifilm J30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z35 compared to the Fujifilm J30.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and Fujifilm J30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and Fujifilm J30.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-Z35 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Portrait photography information
Fujifilm J30 Portrait photography information
27
focusing manually
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
20
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Street photography advice
Fujifilm J30 Street photography advice
48
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm J30 Sports photography highlights
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm J30 as a Travel photography camera
51
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
51
has built in flash
no Timelapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Landscape photography features
Fujifilm J30 Landscape photography features
27
focusing manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.5 inch)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
23
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Vlogging highlights
Fujifilm J30 Vlogging highlights
22
wide angle not the best (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
no external mic port
22
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no external microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Fujifilm J30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Fujifilm J30
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Fujifilm FinePix J30
General Information
Manufacturer Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Fujifilm FinePix J30
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-02-21 2009-07-22
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 32-96mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.9-5.2
Macro focusing distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124 gr (0.27 lbs) 133 gr (0.29 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" 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-82 NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $99 $150