Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm S1500
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm S1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Superseded the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- Updated by Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Announced February 2009
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The following is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by FujiFilm. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm S1500 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm HS30EXR was launched 2 years after the Fujifilm S1500 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR grades against the Fujifilm S1500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Fujifilm S1500
| Fujifilm HS30EXR | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2012 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
| Fujifilm S1500 | Fujifilm HS30EXR |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S1500
| Fujifilm HS30EXR | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm S1500 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm HS30EXR features physical dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") having a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1500 has sizing of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S1500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs the Fujifilm S1500.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S1500 is 59 and 82 respectively.
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm S1500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm S1500.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm HS30EXR is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR | - |
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 33-396mm (12.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 687 gr (1.51 lb) | 345 gr (0.76 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") |
| 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-W126 | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat）) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $430 | $200 |
