Fujifilm XP120 vs Sony W510

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm XP120 vs Sony W510, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and W510 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was announced 6 years later than the W510 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP120 matches up versus the W510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP120 provides external dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP120 vs Sony W510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 against the W510.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP120 and W510 is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP120 and W510.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP120 to give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP120 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.