Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S2900

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and S2900 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm J30 was manufactured 6 years prior to the S2900 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm J30 matches up against the S2900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix J30 & Nikon Coolpix S2900. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm J30 Gallery & Nikon S2900 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm J30 comes with external dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S2900 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S2900 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm J30 vs the S2900.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and S2900 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and S2900.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S2900 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.