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FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix J30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
10
Overall
24

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix Z71
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
  • Introduced July 2009
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the FujiFilm Z70 versus Fujifilm J30, both Ultracompact cameras and both are produced by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z70 was announced 7 months after the Fujifilm J30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z70 scores against the Fujifilm J30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Fujifilm J30

 Z70 Fujifilm J30 
IntroducedFebruary 2010July 2009Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the FujiFilm Z70

 Fujifilm J30 Z70 

Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Fujifilm J30

 Z70 Fujifilm J30 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurements
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Z70 provides exterior measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm J30 has proportions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z70 compared to the Fujifilm J30.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z70 and Fujifilm J30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z70 and Fujifilm J30.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger Z70 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm Z70
Portrait photography with Fujifilm J30
21
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
20
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm J30 as a Street photography camera
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm J30 as a Sports photography camera
25
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Travel photography information
Fujifilm J30 Travel photography information
52
flash built-in
no Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
51
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Landscape photography info
Fujifilm J30 Landscape photography info
23
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
23
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Vlogging highlights
Fujifilm J30 Vlogging highlights
22
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
22
wide angle not the best (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone socket
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm J30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z70 and Fujifilm J30
 FujiFilm FinePix Z70Fujifilm FinePix J30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z70 Fujifilm FinePix J30
Also called as FinePix Z71 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-02 2009-07-22
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 32-96mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/2.9-5.2
Macro focusing distance 9cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124 gr (0.27 pounds) 133 gr (0.29 pounds)
Dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" 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-45A NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $130 $150