Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus E-520

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm J30 versus Olympus E-520, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the E-520 (10MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm J30 (1/2.3") and E-520 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm J30 was launched 12 months later than the E-520 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus E-520 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm J30 grades versus the E-520 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Olympus E-520. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Olympus E-520 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm J30 has got physical measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-520 has sizing of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm J30 versus Olympus E-520 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 against the E-520.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and E-520 is 96 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm J30 and E-520.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm J30 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm J30 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm J30 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.