Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V
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Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 129g - 96 x 58 x 16mm
- Announced January 2012
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V Overview
Following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and TX200V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm J30 was introduced 3 years before the TX200V which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm J30 scores versus the TX200V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Sony TX200V
Fujifilm J30 | TX200V |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX200V over the Fujifilm J30
TX200V | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | July 2009 | More modern by 30 months | |
Display size | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Sony TX200V
Fujifilm J30 | TX200V | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm J30 comes with external measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm J30 and the TX200V.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and TX200V is 96 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm J30 and TX200V.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony TX200V to resolve extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX200V Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-07-22 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3.3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | 1,229,760 dots equiv. XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 129 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 58 x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
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 life | - | 220 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $150 | $500 |