Fujifilm J30 vs Fujifilm XP200

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm XP200, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both created by FujiFilm. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm J30 was revealed 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm XP200 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm XP200 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm J30 scores versus the Fujifilm XP200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix J30 and Fujifilm FinePix XP200. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm J30 Gallery and Fujifilm XP200 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm J30 enjoys outside dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP200 has dimensions of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm XP200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm J30 versus the Fujifilm XP200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm XP200 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm J30 and Fujifilm XP200.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP200 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm J30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.