Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Previous Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Later Model is Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Announced April 2013
- Replaced the Fujifilm X10
- Replacement is Fujifilm X30

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm XP30 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm XP30 was manufactured 20 months before the Fujifilm X20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores versus the Fujifilm X20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Fujifilm X20. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Fujifilm X20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Fujifilm X20
Fujifilm XP30 | Fujifilm X20 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Fujifilm XP30
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 20 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm X20
Fujifilm XP30 | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Fujifilm X20 has measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the Fujifilm X20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm X20 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm X20.
All in all, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP30 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm XP30 will render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm X20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Fujifilm X20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Fujifilm X20 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2013-04-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 85% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/1000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 353 gr (0.78 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") |
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 | 200 shots | 270 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $240 | $500 |