Fujifilm Z35 vs Fujifilm X30

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 vs Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm Z35 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm Z35 was introduced 6 years earlier than the Fujifilm X30 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm Z35 scores versus the Fujifilm X30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 and Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z35 features physical measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has sizing of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 and the Fujifilm X30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and Fujifilm X30 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z35 and Fujifilm X30.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z35 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Fujifilm X30 will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z35 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.