FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony HX30V
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony HX30V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Old Model is Sony HX20V
- Updated by Sony HX50V
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Following is a in depth overview of the FujiFilm S1600 versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S1600 was unveiled 3 years prior to the HX30V which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S1600 matches up vs the HX30V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony HX30V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Sony HX30V
| S1600 | HX30V |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX30V over the FujiFilm S1600
| HX30V | S1600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2012 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony HX30V
| S1600 | HX30V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony HX30V Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 has physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S1600 versus Sony HX30V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S1600 against the HX30V.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and HX30V is 78 and 90 respectively.
FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony HX30V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1600 and HX30V.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony HX30V Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V |
| Also Known as | FinePix S1770 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-02-28 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | 7.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) | 254 gr (0.56 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - | 320 photos |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $130 | $420 |