Fujifilm XP130 vs Fujifilm Z300

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm XP130 and Fujifilm Z300, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was introduced 8 years later than the Fujifilm Z300 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm XP130 scores versus the Fujifilm Z300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 and Fujifilm FinePix Z300. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery and Fujifilm Z300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP130 enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z300 has specifications of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XP130 and Fujifilm Z300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 and the Fujifilm Z300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP130 and Fujifilm Z300 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP130 and Fujifilm Z300.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP130 to offer you more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP130 provides an edge in sensor tech.