Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony HX7V

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm Z30 versus Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and HX7V (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was launched 3 years prior to the HX7V which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm Z30 matches up versus the HX7V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z30 features outside 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) and the Sony HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z30 versus Sony HX7V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the HX7V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and HX7V is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z30 and HX7V.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX7V to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.