Reasons to choose FinePix F70EXR
Released in 2009, FinePix F70EXR has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 10 MP effective resolution, and a 205 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The S1030 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The S1030 has the larger sensor area. The S1030 has the lighter body. The FinePix F70EXR and S1030 have the same effective resolution. The FinePix F70EXR is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2009, FinePix F70EXR has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 10 MP effective resolution, and a 205 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2007, S1030 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 10 MP effective resolution, and a 169 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.