Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm XP30
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Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm XP30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Older Model is Canon SX240 HS
- Successor is Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Earlier Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XP50

Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm XP30 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Canon SX260 HS and Fujifilm XP30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX260 HS was manufactured 10 months later than the Fujifilm XP30 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX260 HS scores vs the Fujifilm XP30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm XP30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Fujifilm FinePix XP30. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Fujifilm XP30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Fujifilm XP30
SX260 HS | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Introduced | June 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 10 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Canon SX260 HS
Fujifilm XP30 | SX260 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Fujifilm XP30
SX260 HS | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm XP30 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Fujifilm XP30 has specifications of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX260 HS and Fujifilm XP30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS against the Fujifilm XP30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and Fujifilm XP30 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm XP30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and Fujifilm XP30.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP30 to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer SX260 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm XP30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm XP30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-06-04 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 gr (0.51 lbs) | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") |
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 | 230 pictures | 200 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $349 | $240 |