Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina
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Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
- Launched June 2013

Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm J30 was introduced 4 years earlier than the Efina and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm J30 matches up vs the Efina in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix J30 & Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm J30 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Pentax Efina
Fujifilm J30 | Efina | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Fujifilm J30
Efina | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 47 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Pentax Efina
Fujifilm J30 | Efina | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm J30 provides outer measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm J30 and the Efina.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm J30 and Efina.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax Efina to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm J30 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm J30 vs Pentax Efina Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Pentax Efina | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Pentax Efina |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2013-06-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 20cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | 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) | 91 gr (0.20 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 200 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $150 | $10 |