Fujifilm S8100fd vs Fujifilm Z30

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm Z30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was manufactured within a month of the Fujifilm Z30 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S8100fd matches up against the Fujifilm Z30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8100fd comes with physical dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z30 has proportions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm Z30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd against the Fujifilm Z30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm Z30 is 75 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Fujifilm Z30.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account.