Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX1
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Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Launched August 2009
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm J30 and Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm J30 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm J30 was released around the same time to the TX1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm J30 scores versus the TX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Sony TX1
Fujifilm J30 | TX1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Fujifilm J30
TX1 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Sony TX1
Fujifilm J30 | TX1 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | August 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm J30 enjoys external measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm J30 and Sony TX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 versus the TX1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm J30 and TX1.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm J30 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm J30 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
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) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $150 | $350 |