Fujifilm A150 vs Fujifilm X30

Following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm A150 and Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm A150 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm A150 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm A150 was revealed 6 years prior to the Fujifilm X30 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm A150 scores versus the Fujifilm X30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix A150 and Fujifilm X30. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm A150 Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A150 comes with external dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has proportions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm A150 and Fujifilm X30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm A150 against the Fujifilm X30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A150 and Fujifilm X30 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm A150 and Fujifilm X30.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm A150 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Fujifilm X30 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A150 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.