Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7
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96 Imaging
35 Features
10 Overall
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Portability
95 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
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95 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
Fujifilm J30
(Full Review)
(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)
(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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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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2011 |  | July 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 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 type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same 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.
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.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and FP7 is 96 and 95 respectively.
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.
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm J30 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic FP7 Portrait photography advice
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
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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screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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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Fujifilm J30 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FP7 Sports photography factors
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
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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Fujifilm J30 Travel photography details
Panasonic FP7 Travel photography details
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)
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)
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Fujifilm J30 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FP7 Landscape photography highlights
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
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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Fujifilm J30 Vlogging information
Panasonic FP7 Vlogging information
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
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
| Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Panasonic 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 |
