Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic SZ10 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" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Released January 2015
Photography Glossary Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic SZ10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm Z30 was launched 6 years prior to the SZ10 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades against the SZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Panasonic SZ10
| Fujifilm Z30 | SZ10 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Fujifilm Z30
| SZ10 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 71 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic SZ10
| Fujifilm Z30 | SZ10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 features external dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ10 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Z30 and Panasonic SZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 vs the SZ10.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and SZ10 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z30 and SZ10.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2009-02-17 | 2015-01-06 |
| 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 | 10MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 8cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 3s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.4fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.20 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 110 gr (0.24 lbs) | 177 gr (0.39 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" 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 photographs |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-45 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $150 | $200 |