Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10 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
- Launched January 2012
- Replaced the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- New Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched February 2011

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and SZ-10 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm HS30EXR was introduced 12 months later than the SZ-10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR matches up versus the SZ-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Olympus SZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Olympus SZ-10
Fujifilm HS30EXR | SZ-10 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
SZ-10 | Fujifilm HS30EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Olympus SZ-10
Fujifilm HS30EXR | SZ-10 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm HS30EXR has external measurements 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 Olympus SZ-10 has specifications of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR against the SZ-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and SZ-10 is 59 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and SZ-10.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS30EXR having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will give you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm HS30EXR provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Olympus SZ-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 687 grams (1.51 lbs) | 215 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
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 | - | 220 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $430 | $300 |