Casio EX-FC100 vs Fujifilm XP30

Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XP30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was announced 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm XP30 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-FC100 scores versus the Fujifilm XP30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Fujifilm FinePix XP30. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Fujifilm XP30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP30 has specifications of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XP30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-FC100 and the Fujifilm XP30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XP30 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XP30.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm XP30 to deliver greater detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.