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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620

Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
13
Overall
24
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Introduced February 2009
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2012
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 Overview

Following is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and W620 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was revealed 3 years prior to the W620 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores versus the W620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Sony W620

 Fujifilm Z30 W620 

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Fujifilm Z30

 W620 Fujifilm Z30 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012February 2009More modern by 35 months

Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Sony W620

 Fujifilm Z30 W620 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z30 features outside measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 vs the W620.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z30 and W620.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony W620 to show extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Portrait photography details
Sony W620 Portrait photography details
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
33
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Z30
Street photography with Sony W620
55
lighter than competition (110g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
56
lighter than others (116 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography advice
Sony W620 Sports photography advice
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000s)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
32
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
features tracking focus
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W620 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than competition (110 grams)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
68
lighter than others (116 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z30 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W620 as a Landscape photography camera
22
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
33
pretty wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm Z30
Vlogging with Sony W620
25
lighter than competition (110g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic jack
30
pretty wide (28mm)
features face detect focusing
lighter than others (116g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic port
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z30 and Sony W620
 Fujifilm FinePix Z30Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z30 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-02-17 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3648 x 2736 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range 8cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 3 secs 2 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 110 grams (0.24 lbs) 116 grams (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 - 220 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
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
Launch pricing $150 $102