Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand 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
- Succeeded the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- New Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced August 2012

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm HS30EXR was unveiled 7 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR scores versus the Galaxy Camera 4G for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Fujifilm HS30EXR | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
Galaxy Camera 4G | Fujifilm HS30EXR | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 7 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Fujifilm HS30EXR | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR has exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
See the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Galaxy Camera 4G is 59 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Galaxy Camera 4G.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same MP but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR offers the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The more aged Fujifilm HS30EXR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
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 area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 687 grams (1.51 lbs) | 305 grams (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $430 | $550 |