Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony S950
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony S950 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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced February 2009
Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony S950 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm Z30 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm Z30 was released at a similar time to the S950 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores vs the S950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony S950 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Sony S950
Fujifilm Z30 | S950 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Fujifilm Z30
S950 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Sony S950
Fujifilm Z30 | S950 | |||
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Announced | February 2009 | February 2009 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z30 features exterior dimensions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm Z30 versus Sony S950 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 vs the S950.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and S950 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z30 and S950.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account.
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony S950 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110g (0.24 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 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 | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $150 | $130 |