Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90
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Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011

Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Lets look closer at the Fujifilm J30 versus Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm J30 was introduced 18 months earlier than the ST90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm J30 grades versus the ST90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix J30 & Samsung ST90. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm J30 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Samsung ST90
Fujifilm J30 | ST90 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Fujifilm J30
ST90 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Samsung ST90
Fujifilm J30 | ST90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm J30 comes with outside measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm J30 versus Samsung ST90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm J30 against the ST90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm J30 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm J30 and ST90.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung ST90 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Samsung ST90 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2011-01-19 |
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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $150 | $150 |