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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
10
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix J30 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 Key Specs

Fujifilm J30
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
  • Released July 2009
Nikon S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Introduced August 2009
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the S70 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm J30 was released very close to the S70 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm J30 grades versus the S70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Nikon S70

 Fujifilm J30 S70 

Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Fujifilm J30

 S70 Fujifilm J30 
Display dimensions3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution288k230kCrisper display (+58k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S70

 Fujifilm J30 S70 
IntroducedJuly 2009August 2009Similar age
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm J30 has got physical measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S70 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 vs the S70.

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and S70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison

Often, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm J30 and S70.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm J30 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S70 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
21
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm J30 Street photography factors
Nikon S70 Street photography factors
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than others (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm J30 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S70 as a Sports photography camera
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm J30 Travel photography factors
Nikon S70 Travel photography factors
52
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
56
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (160 grams)
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm J30
Landscape photography with Nikon S70
23
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm J30 Vlogging details
Nikon S70 Vlogging details
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
30
reasonably wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than others (160g)
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S70
 Fujifilm FinePix J30Nikon Coolpix S70
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix J30 Nikon Coolpix S70
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-07-22 2009-08-04
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 3.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 288k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 gr (0.29 lbs) 160 gr (0.35 lbs)
Physical dimensions 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8")
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 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $150 $290