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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix AX355
Fujifilm XP30
(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
  • Announced August 2011
  • Previous Model is FujiFilm XP10
  • Later Model is Fujifilm XP50
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm XP30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was unveiled 7 months prior to the Fujifilm XP30 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the AX350 scores vs the Fujifilm XP30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Fujifilm XP30

 AX350 Fujifilm XP30 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the FujiFilm AX350

 Fujifilm XP30 AX350 
AnnouncedAugust 2011January 2011Newer by 7 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm XP30

 AX350 Fujifilm XP30 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AX350 offers physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP30 has dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm XP30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the AX350 compared to the Fujifilm XP30.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AX350 and Fujifilm XP30 is 94 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AX350 and Fujifilm XP30.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the FujiFilm AX350 to give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged AX350 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Portrait photography advice
Fujifilm XP30 Portrait photography advice
29
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography information
Fujifilm XP30 Street photography information
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography info
Fujifilm XP30 Sports photography info
30
MP count decent (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
max fps low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (180 shots)
lack of phase detect autofocus
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (200 CIPA)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AX350
Travel photography with Fujifilm XP30
56
MP count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
terrible battery life (180 per charge)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
65
environment sealing
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
low battery life (200 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm XP30 Landscape photography factors
28
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
terrible battery life (180 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
39
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
environment sealing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low battery life (200 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm AX350
Vlogging with Fujifilm XP30
22
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic support
29
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm XP30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm XP30
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Fujifilm FinePix XP30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
Also called FinePix AX355 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2011-01-05 2011-08-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3440 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-165mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.9-4.9
Macro focusing range - 9cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt 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
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 165 grams (0.36 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 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 180 shots 200 shots
Type of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD / SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $0 $240