Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S930
95 Imaging
33 Features
13 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced 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
- Launched January 2009
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S930 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm Z37 and Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm Z37 was unveiled 7 months after the S930 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm Z37 grades vs the S930 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S930 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Sony S930
Fujifilm Z37 | S930 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | January 2009 | More modern by 7 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 112k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Fujifilm Z37
S930 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Sony S930
Fujifilm Z37 | S930 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z37 has outer measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Z37 and Sony S930 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the S930.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and S930 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and S930.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm Z37 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | 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 | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.4" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
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 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 model | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $130 | $219 |