Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- 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
- Announced January 2012
- Superseded the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- Refreshed by Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon P520

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530 Overview
Lets look closer at the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and P530 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm HS30EXR was released 3 years earlier than the P530 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR matches up vs the P530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Nikon Coolpix P530. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Nikon P530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Nikon P530
Fujifilm HS30EXR | P530 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
P530 | Fujifilm HS30EXR | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Nikon P530
Fujifilm HS30EXR | P530 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm HS30EXR offers outer measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon P530 has specifications of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR against the P530.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and P530 is 59 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and P530.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR uses the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh easier. The more aged Fujifilm HS30EXR will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Nikon P530 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Nikon Coolpix P530 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Nikon Coolpix P530 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 0cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 687 grams (1.51 lbs) | 494 grams (1.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 123 x 84 x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") |
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 | - | 240 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $430 | $280 |