Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon L31
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon L31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon L31 Overview
The following is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm J30 versus Nikon L31, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and L31 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm J30 was unveiled 6 years prior to the L31 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm J30 matches up versus the L31 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon L31 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Nikon Coolpix L31. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Nikon L31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Nikon L31
Fujifilm J30 | L31 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Fujifilm J30
L31 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | July 2009 | Newer by 66 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon L31
Fujifilm J30 | L31 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon L31 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in 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 Nikon L31 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm J30 versus Nikon L31 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm J30 against the L31.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and L31 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon L31 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm J30 and L31.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon L31 to give more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon L31 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Nikon Coolpix L31 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Nikon Coolpix L31 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 160 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 200 pictures |
Style of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $150 | $0 |