Fujifilm J30 vs Samsung ST90

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.