Fujifilm XP120 vs Sony A580

Below is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm XP120 and Sony A580, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm XP120 (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XP120 was introduced 5 years later than the A580 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP120 grades against the A580 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP120 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony A580 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 and the A580.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP120 and A580 is 91 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP120 and A580.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XP120 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The fresher Fujifilm XP120 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.