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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix J30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
10
Overall
25

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix AX355
Fujifilm J30
(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
  • Announced July 2009
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 Overview

Below, we are matching up the FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the AX350 (16MP) and Fujifilm J30 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was revealed 18 months after the Fujifilm J30 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm AX350 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the AX350 scores versus the Fujifilm J30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Fujifilm J30

 AX350 Fujifilm J30 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011July 2009More modern by 18 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the FujiFilm AX350

 Fujifilm J30 AX350 

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm J30

 AX350 Fujifilm J30 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AX350 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm J30 has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the AX350 vs the Fujifilm J30.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and Fujifilm J30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AX350 and Fujifilm J30.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the FujiFilm AX350 to provide more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher AX350 provides an edge in sensor tech.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm J30 as a Portrait photography camera
29
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography info
Fujifilm J30 Street photography info
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm J30 as a Sports photography camera
30
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery (180 shots)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Travel photography factors
Fujifilm J30 Travel photography factors
56
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
low battery (180 CIPA)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
52
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Landscape photography information
Fujifilm J30 Landscape photography information
28
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
low battery (180 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse mode
23
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm J30 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic socket
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm J30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm J30
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Fujifilm FinePix J30
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Fujifilm FinePix J30
Also Known as FinePix AX355 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2009-07-22
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3440 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-165mm (5.0x) 32-96mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/2.9-5.2
Macro focus range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 168g (0.37 lb) 133g (0.29 lb)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" 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 180 photographs -
Battery type AA -
Battery model - NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at release $0 $150