Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX30
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Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX30 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
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Announced July 2013

Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX30 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm J30 and Sony TX30, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and TX30 (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm J30 was revealed 5 years prior to the TX30 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm J30 grades versus the TX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix J30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm J30 Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Sony TX30
Fujifilm J30 | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Fujifilm J30
TX30 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 48 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3.3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+999k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Sony TX30
Fujifilm J30 | TX30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm J30 has exterior 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) while the Sony TX30 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm J30 and Sony TX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 compared to the TX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm J30 and TX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm J30 and TX30.
All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony TX30 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm J30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm J30 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2013-07-26 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3.3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 gr (0.29 pounds) | 141 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $150 | $230 |