• 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 720.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 720.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm HS30EXR advantages over Fujifilm HS25EXR

  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 600 vs 400 shots
    Capture more photos

Fujifilm HS25EXR advantages over Fujifilm HS30EXR

  • Less expensive
    $400 vs $500 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm HS20EXR

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm HS20EXR
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Shoots 60p video
Fujifilm HS25EXR
Fujifilm HS20EXR
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Shoots 60p video

Compared to Fujifilm HS50EXR

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm HS50EXR
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Fujifilm HS25EXR
Fujifilm HS50EXR
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compared to Fujifilm HS35EXR

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm HS35EXR
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • $778
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slow-motion videos
Fujifilm HS25EXR
Fujifilm HS35EXR
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • $778
  • 1/2 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Slow-motion videos

Compared to Fujifilm S8300

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm S8300
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • RAW file ability
  • $329
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Fujifilm HS25EXR
Fujifilm S8300
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • RAW file ability
  • $329
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Fujifilm S8200

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm S8200
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • RAW file ability
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Fujifilm HS25EXR
Fujifilm S8200
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • RAW file ability
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
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