Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S30
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Released February 2012

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S30 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the S30 (10MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm Z35 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") use different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm Z35 was manufactured 3 years before the S30 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z35 matches up vs the S30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Nikon Coolpix S30. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Nikon S30
Fujifilm Z35 | S30 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Fujifilm Z35
S30 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 30 months |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon S30
Fujifilm Z35 | S30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z35 features outside measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S30 has dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon S30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 compared to the S30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and S30 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z35 and S30.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm Z35 includes the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm Z35 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon S30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | 125g (0.28 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 | - | 240 pictures |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery model | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $130 | $119 |