Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Fujifilm X30

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm X30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was manufactured 4 years before the Fujifilm X30 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades versus the Fujifilm X30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR & Fujifilm X30. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm F500 EXR has got external dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Fujifilm X30 has specifications of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm X30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs the Fujifilm X30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm X30 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Fujifilm X30.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F500 EXR featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will provide greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F500 EXR will be behind in sensor innovation.