Canon SX130 IS vs Fujifilm X30
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Canon SX130 IS vs Fujifilm X30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released August 2010
- Successor is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Introduced August 2014
- Old Model is Fujifilm X20
Canon SX130 IS vs Fujifilm X30 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SX130 IS and Fujifilm X30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is relatively close but the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX130 IS was unveiled 5 years prior to the Fujifilm X30 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX130 IS scores versus the Fujifilm X30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX130 IS vs Fujifilm X30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Fujifilm X30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Fujifilm X30
SX130 IS | Fujifilm X30 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Canon SX130 IS
Fujifilm X30 | SX130 IS | |||
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Introduced | August 2014 | August 2010 | More modern by 48 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Fujifilm X30
SX130 IS | Fujifilm X30 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Fujifilm X30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS offers outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X30 has specifications 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 SX130 IS and Fujifilm X30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX130 IS vs the Fujifilm X30.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and Fujifilm X30 is 85 and 80 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Fujifilm X30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and Fujifilm X30.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The SX130 IS comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging. The more aged SX130 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Fujifilm X30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Fujifilm X30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Fujifilm X30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-08-19 | 2014-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308g (0.68 lbs) | 423g (0.93 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $250 | $499 |