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Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
48
Overall
43
Fujifilm FinePix XP130 front
 
Samsung ST30 front
Portability
98
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26

Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP130
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 207g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2018
  • Replaced the Fujifilm XP120
Samsung ST30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 640 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 Overview

Below is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm XP130 versus Samsung ST30, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP130 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XP130 was revealed 7 years later than the ST30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP130 matches up vs the ST30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP130 over the Samsung ST30

 Fujifilm XP130 ST30 
RevealedJanuary 2018January 2011More recent by 86 months
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen resolution920k460kCrisper screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Fujifilm XP130

 ST30 Fujifilm XP130 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP130 and Samsung ST30

 Fujifilm XP130 ST30 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP130 offers 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) whilst the Samsung ST30 has proportions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 compared to the ST30.

Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP130 and ST30 is 91 and 98 respectively.

Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP130 and ST30.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XP130 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm XP130 will produce extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP130 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 Portrait photography factors
Samsung ST30 Portrait photography factors
41
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
19
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST30 as a Street photography camera
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
54
lighter than competition in class (87g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 Sports photography highlights
Samsung ST30 Sports photography highlights
45
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery power (240 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
16
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm XP130
Travel photography with Samsung ST30
69
environment sealing
has bluetooth
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
bad battery power (240 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
lighter than competition in class (87 grams)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST30 as a Landscape photography camera
50
has manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
bad battery power (240 CIPA)
30
fast max aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/3")
low maximum ISO (0)
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP130 Vlogging advice
Samsung ST30 Vlogging advice
33
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone support
29
fast max aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (87 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic socket
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Fujifilm XP130 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP130 and Samsung ST30
 Fujifilm FinePix XP130Samsung ST30
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP130 Samsung ST30
Class Waterproof Ultracompact
Revealed 2018-01-24 2011-01-19
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 -
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.9 -
Macro focus range 9cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 920k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash options Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 640 x 480
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format H.264 -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB YesUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 207g (0.46 pounds) 87g (0.19 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 240 photographs -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card -
Card slots One One
Price at launch $171 $55