Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Announced August 2014
- Old Model is Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2012
Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and SZ5 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm X30 was manufactured 2 years after the SZ5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X30 grades against the SZ5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Panasonic SZ5
Fujifilm X30 | SZ5 | |||
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Introduced | August 2014 | July 2012 | More modern by 26 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Fujifilm X30
SZ5 | Fujifilm X30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic SZ5
Fujifilm X30 | SZ5 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 provides exterior measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic SZ5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the SZ5.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and SZ5 is 80 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and SZ5.
All in all, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic SZ5 will show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X30 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Fujifilm X30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-08-26 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 423 grams (0.93 lbs) | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 470 images | 250 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $499 | $195 |