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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z30
(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
Sony W610
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the Fujifilm Z30 versus Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and W610 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was manufactured 3 years prior to the W610 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm Z30 grades versus the W610 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Sony W610

 Fujifilm Z30 W610 

Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Fujifilm Z30

 W610 Fujifilm Z30 
LaunchedJanuary 2012February 2009More modern by 35 months

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Sony W610

 Fujifilm Z30 W610 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z30 enjoys outer measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z30 versus Sony W610 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 compared to the W610.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and W610 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z30 and W610.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W610 to give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Portrait photography details
Sony W610 Portrait photography details
19
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Street photography highlights
Sony W610 Street photography highlights
55
lighter than competitors in class (110 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
56
lighter than competition in class (113g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography highlights
Sony W610 Sports photography highlights
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
26
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography factors
Sony W610 Travel photography factors
56
lighter than competitors in class (110 grams)
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
69
lighter than competition in class (113g)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
no Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W610 as a Landscape photography camera
22
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
33
fairly wide (26mm)
good megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Vlogging highlights
Sony W610 Vlogging highlights
25
lighter than competitors in class (110g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
28
fairly wide (26mm)
lighter than competition in class (113 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
no microphone jack
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W610 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Sony W610
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-02-17 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ
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 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing range 8cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 3s 1s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 110 gr (0.24 pounds) 113 gr (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $150 $200