Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Launched January 2013

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and L28 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z30 was manufactured 5 years prior to the L28 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades against the L28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Nikon Coolpix L28. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Nikon L28
Fujifilm Z30 | L28 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Fujifilm Z30
L28 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 48 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon L28
Fujifilm Z30 | L28 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 provides exterior dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon L28 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the L28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and L28 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and L28.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon L28 to give more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | - |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 110g (0.24 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 280 shots |
Type of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | NP-45 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $90 |