Canon S95 vs Fujifilm X30

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon S95 vs Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S95 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The S95 was introduced 4 years before the Fujifilm X30 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S95 scores vs the Fujifilm X30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S95 Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon S95 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X30 has dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S95 vs Fujifilm X30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S95 vs the Fujifilm X30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and Fujifilm X30 is 93 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S95 and Fujifilm X30.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S95 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm X30 will give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged S95 is going to be behind in sensor technology.