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Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25

Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 Key Specs

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
Fujifilm Z37
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Revealed July 2009
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 Overview

Here is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm Z30 and Fujifilm Z37, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was revealed 5 months before the Fujifilm Z37 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades vs the Fujifilm Z37 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Fujifilm Z37

 Fujifilm Z30 Fujifilm Z37 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Fujifilm Z30

 Fujifilm Z37 Fujifilm Z30 

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Fujifilm Z37

 Fujifilm Z30 Fujifilm Z37 
RevealedFebruary 2009July 2009Similar generation
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z30 has got exterior dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z37 has dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm Z30 and Fujifilm Z37 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 versus the Fujifilm Z37.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and Fujifilm Z37 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z30 and Fujifilm Z37.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Portrait photography advice
Fujifilm Z37 Portrait photography advice
19
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
19
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm Z37 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition (110 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
54
lighter than competition (125 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm Z37 as a Sports photography camera
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography advice
Fujifilm Z37 Travel photography advice
56
lighter than competition (110g)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
56
lighter than competition (125 grams)
built-in flash
no Timelapse function
low MP (10MP)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Landscape photography highlights
Fujifilm Z37 Landscape photography highlights
22
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
22
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm Z37 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition (110 grams)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic support
25
lighter than competition (125g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
does not posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone support
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Fujifilm Z37 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Fujifilm Z37
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Fujifilm FinePix Z37
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Fujifilm FinePix Z37
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-02-17 2009-07-22
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 10MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focusing range 8cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 3s 3s
Max shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video 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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 gr (0.24 lbs) 125 gr (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 NP-45 NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $150 $130