Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300 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
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-208mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 138g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Released January 2014

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and S5300 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z30 was brought out 5 years before the S5300 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm Z30 matches up against the S5300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Nikon S5300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Nikon S5300
Fujifilm Z30 | S5300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Fujifilm Z30
S5300 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 59 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S5300
Fujifilm Z30 | S5300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 offers outside dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5300 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).
See the Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 vs the S5300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z30 and S5300 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z30 and S5300.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S5300 to provide greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S5300 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Nikon Coolpix S5300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Nikon Coolpix S5300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-17 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-208mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) | 138 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 180 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $150 | $180 |