Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung PL120

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Fujifilm XP130 versus Samsung PL120, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was released 7 years later than the PL120 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP130 matches up vs the PL120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 & Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP130 comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 and the PL120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP130 and PL120 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP130 and PL120.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP130 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP130 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.