Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm Z30

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP30 versus Fujifilm Z30, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was manufactured 2 years after the Fujifilm Z30 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades versus the Fujifilm Z30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z30 has measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP30 versus Fujifilm Z30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the Fujifilm Z30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm Z30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm Z30.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm XP30 to offer more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.