Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000
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![Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z30/Fujifilm-Z30-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 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
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 3000
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm Z30 versus Olympus Tough-3000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm Z30 was manufactured 10 months prior to the Tough-3000 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm Z30 matches up versus the Tough-3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Olympus Tough-3000
Fujifilm Z30 | Tough-3000 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Fujifilm Z30
Tough-3000 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Olympus Tough-3000
Fujifilm Z30 | Tough-3000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 provides exterior dimensions 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 Olympus Tough-3000 has proportions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Fujifilm Z30 versus Olympus Tough-3000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the Tough-3000.
![Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 size comparison Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z30-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and Tough-3000 is 96 and 94 respectively.
![Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z30-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and Tough-3000.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Olympus Tough-3000 to give you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 sensor size comparison Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z30-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-Z30-vs-Olympus-Stylus-Tough-3000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 |
Also Known as | - | mju Tough 3000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | NP-45 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $150 | $0 |