Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FS15
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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
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Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm J30 and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm J30 was manufactured 7 months after the FS15 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm J30 scores vs the FS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Panasonic FS15
| Fujifilm J30 | FS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2009 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Fujifilm J30
| FS15 | Fujifilm J30 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Panasonic FS15
| Fujifilm J30 | FS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm J30 offers exterior dimensions 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 Panasonic FS15 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm J30 versus the FS15.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm J30 and FS15.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photos however you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm J30 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm J30 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-16 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 136g (0.30 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
| 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 model | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $150 | $180 |