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Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30

Portability
80
Imaging
39
Features
73
Overall
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Fujifilm X30 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27

Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs

Fujifilm X30
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
  • 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
  • Released August 2014
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X20
Nikon S30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the S30 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S30 (1/3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X30 was unveiled 2 years later than the S30 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up vs the S30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Nikon S30

 Fujifilm X30 S30 
LaunchedAugust 2014February 2012Fresher by 32 months
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kClearer display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Fujifilm X30

 S30 Fujifilm X30 

Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Nikon S30

 Fujifilm X30 S30 
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X30 features exterior dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Nikon S30 has proportions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X30 and the S30.

Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and S30 is 80 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and S30.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X30 will provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X30
Portrait photography with Nikon S30
47
you can focus manually
includes face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (2/3")
25
has face detection focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X30 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S30 as a Street photography camera
64
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
sensor size is very small (2/3")
more heavy than others in class (423g)
51
weather proof
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/3")
lack of RAW support
more heavy than competition (214 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X30 Sports photography features
Nikon S30 Sports photography features
52
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
better than average battery life (470 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (2/3")
29
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
weather proof
slow frames per second (1.5 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X30
Travel photography with Nikon S30
62
better than average battery life (470 shots)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
more heavy than others in class (423g)
low megapixels (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
52
weather proof
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (214 grams)
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X30 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S30 as a Landscape photography camera
58
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
better than average battery life (470 per charge)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (2/3")
26
weather proof
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/3")
lack of RAW support
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X30 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S30 as a Vlogging camera
34
really wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external microphone jack
does not have selfie friendly screen
more heavy than others in class (423 grams)
23
has face detection focus
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone socket
more heavy than competition (214g)
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Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X30 and Nikon S30
 Fujifilm X30Nikon Coolpix S30
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X30 Nikon Coolpix S30
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2014-08-26 2012-02-01
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CCD
Sensor size 2/3" 1/3"
Sensor measurements 8.8 x 6.6mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 58.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 12800 1600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 49 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.0-2.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 4.1 7.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.65x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 12.0 frames per sec 1.5 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m -
Flash options Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 423g (0.93 pounds) 214g (0.47 pounds)
Physical dimensions 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6")
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 470 images 240 images
Style of battery Battery Pack AA
Battery model NP-95 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $499 $119