Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP1
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10 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP1 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
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
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In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe Fujifilm J30 was released 5 months earlier than the FP1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm J30 scores vs the FP1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Panasonic FP1
| Fujifilm J30 | FP1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Fujifilm J30
| FP1 | Fujifilm J30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Panasonic FP1
| Fujifilm J30 | FP1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2009 |  | January 2010 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm J30 has exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic FP1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 versus the FP1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and FP1 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm J30 and FP1.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should really take the production date of the cameras into account.
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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2010-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 gr (0.29 lbs) | 151 gr (0.33 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 ID | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $150 | $153 |
