FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Announced January 2013
- Succeeded the Panasonic LZ20
- New Model is Panasonic LZ40
FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
Here, we are matching up the FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S1600 was manufactured 3 years before the LZ30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S1600 scores versus the LZ30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Panasonic LZ30
S1600 | LZ30 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the FujiFilm S1600
LZ30 | S1600 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | February 2010 | Fresher by 35 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Panasonic LZ30
S1600 | LZ30 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1600 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S1600 vs the LZ30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and LZ30 is 78 and 66 respectively.
FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1600 and LZ30.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to provide greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older S1600 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S1770 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 pounds) | 552g (1.22 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 life | - | 380 pictures |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $130 | $230 |