Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S32
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Released February 2014
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Here is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and S32 (13MP) and the Fujifilm Z30 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") feature totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm Z30 was released 6 years earlier than the S32 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores versus the S32 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Nikon Coolpix S32. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Nikon S32
| Fujifilm Z30 | S32 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Fujifilm Z30
| S32 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2014 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 60 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S32
| Fujifilm Z30 | S32 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z30 comes with outer measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has specifications of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the S32.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and S32 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z30 and S32.
All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z30 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S32 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S32 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2014-02-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4160 x 3120 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 3 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | 110 gr (0.24 lb) | 175 gr (0.39 lb) |
| Dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
| 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 life | - | 220 photographs |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45 | EN-EL19 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $150 | $180 |