Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700
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![Fujifilm FinePix J30 front Fujifilm FinePix J30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-J30/Fujifilm-J30-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 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
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
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Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm J30 versus Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm J30 was brought out 17 months earlier than the ST700 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm J30 grades against the ST700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Samsung ST700. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Samsung ST700
Fujifilm J30 | ST700 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Fujifilm J30
ST700 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 17 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Samsung ST700
Fujifilm J30 | ST700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm J30 offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm J30 versus Samsung ST700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm J30 and the ST700.
![Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-J30-vs-Samsung-ST700-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and ST700 is 96 and 99 respectively.
![Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-J30-vs-Samsung-ST700-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and ST700.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST700 to show more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm J30 will be behind in sensor technology.
![Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-J30-vs-Samsung-ST700-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-J30-vs-Samsung-ST700-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Samsung ST700 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
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) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $150 | $280 |