Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300 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
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon S9100
- New Model is Nikon S9500
Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and S9300 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm Z30 was introduced 4 years prior to the S9300 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores against the S9300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Nikon S9300
Fujifilm Z30 | S9300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Fujifilm Z30
S9300 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 41 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon S9300
Fujifilm Z30 | S9300 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 features 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) while the Nikon S9300 has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the S9300.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z30 and S9300 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z30 and S9300.
As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S9300 to deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon S9300 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Nikon Coolpix S9300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-02-17 | 2012-07-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 6.9fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 grams (0.24 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 200 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $249 |