Fujifilm X100 vs Fujifilm X70

Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X100 and Fujifilm X70, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and Fujifilm X70 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100 was unveiled 5 years before the Fujifilm X70 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X100 scores versus the Fujifilm X70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm X70. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Fujifilm X70 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X100 comes with external measurements of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X70 has sizing of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X100 and Fujifilm X70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X100 and the Fujifilm X70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100 and Fujifilm X70 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X100 and Fujifilm X70.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm X70 to deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.