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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs

Fujifilm Z30
(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
  • Introduced February 2009
Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Launched August 2009
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was brought out 5 months earlier than the S1000pj so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades against the S1000pj in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Nikon S1000pj

 Fujifilm Z30 S1000pj 

Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Fujifilm Z30

 S1000pj Fujifilm Z30 

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S1000pj

 Fujifilm Z30 S1000pj 
LaunchedFebruary 2009August 2009Similar age
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display sizing
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z30 provides outer dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 compared to the S1000pj.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and S1000pj is 96 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and S1000pj.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S1000pj to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Portrait photography highlights
Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography highlights
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lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S1000pj as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than others (110g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography information
Nikon S1000pj Sports photography information
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography info
Nikon S1000pj Travel photography info
56
lighter than others (110 grams)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S1000pj as a Landscape photography camera
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Vlogging highlights
Nikon S1000pj Vlogging highlights
25
lighter than others (110g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic port
28
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S1000pj
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-02-17 2009-08-04
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing range 8cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 3 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 grams (0.24 pounds) 175 grams (0.39 pounds)
Physical dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $150 $289