Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm S2000HD
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Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm S2000HD Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-414mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 426g - 111 x 79 x 76mm
- Introduced January 2009

Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm S2000HD Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S2000HD, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm J30 was released 7 months after the Fujifilm S2000HD which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm S2000HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm J30 grades vs the Fujifilm S2000HD for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Fujifilm S2000HD
Fujifilm J30 | Fujifilm S2000HD | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2000HD over the Fujifilm J30
Fujifilm S2000HD | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S2000HD
Fujifilm J30 | Fujifilm S2000HD | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm S2000HD Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm J30 features physical dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S2000HD has sizing of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S2000HD in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 against the Fujifilm S2000HD.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S2000HD is 96 and 75 respectively.

Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm S2000HD Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S2000HD.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm J30 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm J30 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm S2000HD Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-414mm (14.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 8.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 426 grams (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 111 x 79 x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") |
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-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $150 | $280 |