Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS30
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS25
- Successor is Panasonic ZS35
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Let's look closer at the Fujifilm JX550 versus Panasonic ZS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm JX550 was announced 12 months before the ZS30 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores versus the ZS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Panasonic ZS30
| Fujifilm JX550 | ZS30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Fujifilm JX550
| ZS30 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Panasonic ZS30
| Fujifilm JX550 | ZS30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 offers physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Fujifilm JX550 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the ZS30.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and ZS30 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and ZS30.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX550 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.3-6.4 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1200s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | 6.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) | 198 gr (0.44 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $200 | $250 |