Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony S930
95 Imaging
33 Features
13 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony S930 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
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2009

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony S930 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm Z35 versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was announced 7 months after the S930 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z35 matches up vs the S930 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony S930 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Sony S930
Fujifilm Z35 | S930 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Screen size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Fujifilm Z35
S930 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Sony S930
Fujifilm Z35 | S930 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z35 features external measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony S930 has specifications of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Z35 versus Sony S930 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 against the S930.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z35 and S930 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z35 and S930.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm Z35 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z35 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
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 | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.4 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3s | 1/8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
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 ID | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $130 | $219 |