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Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30

Portability
61
Imaging
40
Features
42
Overall
40
Fujifilm FinePix S8200 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Released January 2013
Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Announced February 2009
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm S8200 versus Fujifilm Z30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm S8200 was introduced 3 years after the Fujifilm Z30 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm Z30 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores vs the Fujifilm Z30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Fujifilm Z30

 Fujifilm S8200 Fujifilm Z30 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013February 2009More modern by 48 months
Manually focus More precise focus
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Fujifilm S8200

 Fujifilm Z30 Fujifilm S8200 

Common features in the Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm Z30

 Fujifilm S8200 Fujifilm Z30 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 has external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z30 has specifications of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8200 versus Fujifilm Z30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and the Fujifilm Z30.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm Z30 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm Z30.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S8200 to produce greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S8200 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8200 Portrait photography details
Fujifilm Z30 Portrait photography details
40
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
19
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8200 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Street photography camera
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than competitors in class (670g)
55
lighter than average in class (110g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm S8200
Sports photography with Fujifilm Z30
50
long zoom range (24-960mm 40.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8200 Travel photography details
Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography details
52
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
great reach (960mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (670g)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
56
lighter than average in class (110g)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low resolution (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8200 Landscape photography information
Fujifilm Z30 Landscape photography information
47
focusing manually
really wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
22
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm S8200
Vlogging with Fujifilm Z30
24
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
lack of mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (670g)
25
lighter than average in class (110 grams)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone support
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8200 and Fujifilm Z30
 Fujifilm FinePix S8200Fujifilm FinePix Z30
General Information
Make FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm FinePix S8200 Fujifilm FinePix Z30
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-01-07 2009-02-17
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 12800 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-960mm (40.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focusing range 0cm 8cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 200k dots -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 3s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1700s 1/1000s
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 3.10 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 670 grams (1.48 lb) 110 grams (0.24 lb)
Dimensions 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 ID 4 x AA NP-45
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $450 $150