Fujifilm XP120 vs Sony RX100

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm XP120 and Sony RX100, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XP120 (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XP120 was released 4 years later than the RX100 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP120 matches up vs the RX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP120 provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 and the RX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP120 and RX100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP120 and RX100.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP120 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony RX100 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP120 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.