Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm Z900EXR
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Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 151g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched April 2011
Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Fujifilm J30 versus Fujifilm Z900EXR, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both produced by FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and Fujifilm Z900EXR (16MP) and the Fujifilm J30 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm Z900EXR (1/2") have totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm J30 was launched 20 months earlier than the Fujifilm Z900EXR which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm J30 matches up vs the Fujifilm Z900EXR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Fujifilm Z900EXR
Fujifilm J30 | Fujifilm Z900EXR |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z900EXR over the Fujifilm J30
Fujifilm Z900EXR | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | April 2011 | July 2009 | Fresher by 20 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm Z900EXR
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm J30 has got physical dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z900EXR has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm J30 versus Fujifilm Z900EXR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm J30 compared to the Fujifilm Z900EXR.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm Z900EXR is 96 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm Z900EXR.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm J30 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm Z900EXR will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm J30 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2011-04-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $150 | $380 |