Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S8100fd, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm J30 was revealed 7 months later than the Fujifilm S8100fd and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm J30 matches up vs the Fujifilm S8100fd in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm J30 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8100fd has sizing of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

See the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S8100fd in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm J30 against the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 96 and 75 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm S8100fd.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm J30 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm J30 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.