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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7

Portability
96 Imaging
35 Features
10 Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix J30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 front
Portability
95 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs

Fujifilm J30
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
  • Introduced July 2009
Panasonic FP7
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 Overview

The following is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm J30 and Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and FP7 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm J30 was brought out 17 months prior to the FP7 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm J30 grades versus the FP7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Panasonic FP7

		

		

			
 Fujifilm J30 FP7 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Fujifilm J30

		

		

			
 FP7 Fujifilm J30 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011July 2009Newer by 17 months
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Touch friendly screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Panasonic FP7

		

		

			
 Fujifilm J30 FP7 
Manually focus  No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen  No selfie screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm J30 enjoys outer 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 Panasonic FP7 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm J30 and Panasonic FP7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm J30 vs the FP7.
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 size comparison
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and FP7 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Normally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and FP7.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic FP7 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
	
			Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm J30 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic FP7 Portrait photography advice
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 focusing manually not possible
 manual exposure not possible
 cannot use external flash
 MP count low (12 megapixels)
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
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 good  resolution (16MP)
 has face detection focus
 no manual focus
 manual mode not possible
 can't use external flash
 sensor  is tiny (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm J30 Street photography information
Panasonic FP7 Street photography information
48
 screen does not articulate
 does not have image stabilization
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
60
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 supports focus via touch
 no articulating screen
 sensor  is tiny (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW files
 more heavy than competition (147 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Fujifilm J30 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FP7 Sports photography factors
17
 low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
 no shutter priority mode
 does not have image stabilization
 MP count low (12 megapixels)
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 no phase detect auto focus
44
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 good  resolution (16 megapixels)
 has tracking autofocus
 great battery pack (240 CIPA)
 continuous shooting slow (4.0 frames per second)
 no shutter priority
 sensor  is tiny (1/2.3")
 does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Fujifilm J30 Travel photography details
Panasonic FP7 Travel photography details
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 has built in flash
 no Timelapse recording
 MP count low (12 megapixels)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 wide angle not great (32mm)
 slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
63
 great battery pack (240 per charge)
 supports focus via touch
 good  resolution (16 megapixels)
 built-in flash
 does not have Timelapse mode
 more heavy than competition (147g)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 wide angle not great (35mm)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm J30 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FP7 Landscape photography highlights
23
 focusing manually not possible
 cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not great (32mm)
 slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
 screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
 manual exposure not possible
 does not have image stabilization
 MP count low (12 megapixels)
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
 no Timelapse recording
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 screen larger than average (3.5")
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 good  resolution (16 megapixels)
 great battery pack (240 per charge)
 no manual focus
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not great (35mm)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
 manual mode not possible
 sensor  is tiny (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW files
 does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison
Fujifilm J30 Vlogging information
Panasonic FP7 Vlogging information
22
 wide angle not great (32mm)
 slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 does not have image stabilization
 video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
 no microphone socket
29
 built-in touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 has face detection focus
 wide angle not great (35mm)
 somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
 does not have external microphone socket
 more heavy than competition (147 grams)
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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm J30 and Panasonic FP7
 Fujifilm FinePix J30Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix J30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-07-22 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 and  3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detect autofocus    
Contract detect autofocus    
Phase detect autofocus    
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3.5"
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch function    
Display tech - TFT Touch Screen LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 4.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range 3.50 m 4.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
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 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video 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
Environmental sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 133 gr (0.29 lb) 147 gr (0.32 lb)
Physical dimensions 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 images
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording    
Storage type SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $150 $227