Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR

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    Highlights

    • 16.0 MP 1/2-inch EXR-CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 460k dot Tilting Screen
    • Electronic Viewfinder
    • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
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    Overview

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR was announced in 2012 and is a 1/2-inch (6.4 x 4.8 mm) Bridge camera with 16.0 Megapixel EXR-CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 3,200 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. The camera has a Tilting 3.0" screen with 460k dot resolution and built-in Electronic viewfinder. It has an image stabilization.

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Predecessor
    4. Successor
    5. Screen and Viewfinder
    6. Sensor
    7. Photography Features
    8. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    9. Other Features
    10. Physical Parameters
    11. For Different Types of Photography
    12. Evaluation
    13. Specifications  

    Here is the Fujifilm FinePix HS series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Fujifilm FinePix HS series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm HS50EXR
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    		January
    2013    		 16 MP
    1/2-inch    		 100 - 12,800 Articulated 3.0"
    920k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm HS35EXR
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    		January
    2013    		 16 MP
    1/2-inch    		 100 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    460k dot
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    2012    		 16.0 MP
    1/2-inch    		 100 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm HS20 EXR
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    		January
    2011    		 16 MP
    1/2-inch    		 100 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm HS10
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    		July
    2010    		 10.3 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 6,400 Tilting 3.0"
    230k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR vs FinePix HS35EXR vs FinePix HS30EXR vs FinePix HS20 EXR vs FinePix HS10.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR.

    PROS

    •   Video Capture
    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Bluetooth
    •   Internal Storage
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Sensor Resolution - 16.0 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
    •   Weight - 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR to its predecessor FinePix HS20 EXR and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR vs Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR
    Min Normal Focus Distance 45 cm vs 50 cm
    Higher Viewfinder Coverage 100% vs 97%
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 11.0 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Microphone Input vs
    Lighter 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz) vs 730 g (1.61 lb / 25.75 oz)
    DOWNGRADES Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR vs Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR
    Live View Autofocus vs

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR vs FinePix HS20 EXR.

    Successor

    In 2013 Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR was replaced by Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR and its successor.

    DOWNGRADES Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR vs Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR
    Microphone Input vs
    Built-In Bluetooth vs

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR vs FinePix HS35EXR.

    Screen and Viewfinder

    Tilting screen

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 460k dot resolution which is quite low by today's standards. Tilting screen makes this camera very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

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    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR with Tilting screen


    Electronic Viewfinder

    Camera has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage.

    Sensor

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR features a 16.0 megapixel 1/2-inch EXR-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.4 x 4.8 mm and a total area of 30.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode.

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 1840, 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 1536, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR.

    Fujifilm HS35EXR
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    1/2-inch

    16 MP

    Fujifilm HS50EXR
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    1/2-inch

    16 MP

    Fujifilm HS10
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    1/2.3-inch

    10.3 MP

    Fujifilm HS20 EXR
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    1/2-inch

    16 MP

    Sony a9 III
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    Full Frame

    24.6 MP

    Nikon D300
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    APS-C

    12.3 MP

    Fujifilm X-E2S
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    APS-C

    16.3 MP

    Sony NEX-5R
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    APS-C

    16.1 MP

    Fujifilm X-M1
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    APS-C

    16.3 MP

    Sony a7CR
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    Full Frame

    60.2 MP

    Canon 7D II
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    APS-C

    20.2 MP

    Nikon D50
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    APS-C

    6.1 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Bluetooth

    Camera has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in Bluetooth.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR comes with NP-W126 battery pack.


    Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

    The camera has 20 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR's shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


    Flash

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR has a built-in flash with maximum range of 7.10 m Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount.

    Physical Parameters

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR has dimensions of 131 x 97 x 126 mm (5.16 x 3.82 x 4.96"). It weighs 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz) which is neither heavy nor lightweight.

    131 mm (5.16")

    97 mm (3.82")

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    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR dimensions

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    POOR
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    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR gets a score of 51 and is POOR choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    76

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR gets a score of 76 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    GOOD
    73

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR gets a score of 73 and is GOOD choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    80

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR gets a score of 80 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    79

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR gets a score of 79 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)

    Travel Photography

    GOOD
    78

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR gets a score of 78 and is GOOD choice for Travel photography.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)

    Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR Evaluation

    We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR and give score of 65 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
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    Sensor

    POOR
    53

    We give Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR a score of 53 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Sensor Resolution - 16.0 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

    Photo

    GOOD
    74

    We give Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR a score of 74 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

    Video

    POOR
    46

    We give Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    GOOD
    70

    We give Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR a score of 70 for Focusing parameters.

    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection

    Screen and Viewfinder

    GOOD
    75

    We give Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR a score of 75 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    83

    We give Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR a score of 83 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    41

    We give Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR a score of 41 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)
    •   Internal Storage


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