Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony WX30
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony WX30 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm Z30 versus Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Fujifilm Z30 was announced 3 years before the WX30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm Z30 scores against the WX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Sony WX30
Fujifilm Z30 | WX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Fujifilm Z30
WX30 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | February 2009 | More modern by 29 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z30 and Sony WX30
Fujifilm Z30 | WX30 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z30 has got outside measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm Z30 versus Sony WX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the WX30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z30 and WX30.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX30 to provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm Z30 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-17 | 2011-07-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 110g (0.24 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 250 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $150 | $259 |