Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost 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
- Older Model is FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- New Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Announced January 2012

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the Z5120 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and Z5120 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm HS30EXR was revealed within a month of the Z5120 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR grades against the Z5120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Kodak EasyShare Z5120. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Kodak Z5120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Kodak Z5120
Fujifilm HS30EXR | Z5120 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
Z5120 | Fujifilm HS30EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Kodak Z5120
Fujifilm HS30EXR | Z5120 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm HS30EXR has external measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) while the Kodak Z5120 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
See the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR against the Z5120.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Z5120 is 59 and 68 respectively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Z5120.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS30EXR has got the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF simpler.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Kodak Z5120 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Kodak |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 2456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 8.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 687 gr (1.51 lb) | 445 gr (0.98 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") |
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 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $430 | $200 |