Fujifilm J30 vs Sony NEX-3
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Fujifilm J30 vs Sony NEX-3 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
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched June 2010
- Updated by Sony NEX-C3
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm J30 versus Sony NEX-3, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm J30 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe Fujifilm J30 was revealed 10 months prior to the NEX-3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm J30 grades vs the NEX-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Sony NEX-3
Fujifilm J30 | NEX-3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Fujifilm J30
NEX-3 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | July 2009 | More modern by 10 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Sony NEX-3
Fujifilm J30 | NEX-3 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm J30 has external dimensions 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 Sony NEX-3 has sizing of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm J30 versus Sony NEX-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm J30 versus the NEX-3.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm J30 and NEX-3 is 96 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm J30 and NEX-3.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm J30 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony NEX-3 will offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm J30 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2010-06-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 pounds) | 297g (0.65 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $150 | $0 |