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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S800c front
Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c 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
  • Revealed February 2009
Nikon S800c
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
  • Announced February 2013
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm Z30 versus Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and S800c (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was revealed 5 years prior to the S800c which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades against the S800c with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Nikon S800c

 Fujifilm Z30 S800c 

Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Fujifilm Z30

 S800c Fujifilm Z30 
AnnouncedFebruary 2013February 2009Newer by 48 months
Screen size3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution819k230kClearer screen (+589k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S800c

 Fujifilm Z30 S800c 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z30 comes with physical dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Nikon S800c has specifications of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the S800c.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and S800c is 96 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z30 and S800c.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S800c to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z30
Portrait photography with Nikon S800c
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
34
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Street photography factors
Nikon S800c Street photography factors
55
lighter than competition in class (110 grams)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography advice
Nikon S800c Sports photography advice
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
40
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery power (140 per charge)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography details
Nikon S800c Travel photography details
56
lighter than competition in class (110 grams)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
65
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
no Time Lapse mode
low battery power (140 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S800c Landscape photography factors
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
41
really wide (25mm)
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
low battery power (140 shots)
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Vlogging features
Nikon S800c Vlogging features
25
lighter than competition in class (110g)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external mic support
35
really wide (25mm)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
no mic support
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S800c Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S800c
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Nikon Coolpix S800c
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Nikon Coolpix S800c
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-02-17 2013-02-04
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing range 8cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3.5"
Screen resolution 230k dots 819k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 3s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 gr (0.24 pounds) 184 gr (0.41 pounds)
Physical dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" 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 - 140 pictures
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 seconds)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC
Card slots One One
Launch cost $150 $290