Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic FZ28 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Introduced January 2009
Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic FZ28, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe Fujifilm Z30 was brought out 2 months after the FZ28 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades versus the FZ28 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Panasonic FZ28
Fujifilm Z30 | FZ28 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Fujifilm Z30
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic FZ28
Fujifilm Z30 | FZ28 | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | January 2009 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 enjoys exterior measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic FZ28 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the FZ28.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and FZ28 is 96 and 72 respectively.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z30 and FZ28.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) | 417 grams (0.92 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-45 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $150 | $599 |