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Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Fujifilm XP80 front
Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
  • Released August 2011
  • Succeeded the FujiFilm XP10
  • Replacement is Fujifilm XP50
Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2015
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP70
  • Successor is Fujifilm XP90
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was unveiled 4 years prior to the Fujifilm XP80 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up against the Fujifilm XP80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Fujifilm XP80

 Fujifilm XP30 Fujifilm XP80 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP80 over the Fujifilm XP30

 Fujifilm XP80 Fujifilm XP30 
LaunchedJanuary 2015August 2011More recent by 41 months
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm XP80

 Fujifilm XP30 Fujifilm XP80 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurement
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 Physical Comparison

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP80 has specifications of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the Fujifilm XP80.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm XP80 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm XP80.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP80 to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Portrait photography advice
Fujifilm XP80 Portrait photography advice
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
35
resolution is good (16MP)
comes with face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm XP80 as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Sports photography information
Fujifilm XP80 Sports photography information
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (200 shots)
no phase detect autofocus
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (210 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm XP30
Travel photography with Fujifilm XP80
65
environment proofing
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
terrible battery life (200 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
environment proof
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
not so great battery life (210 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Landscape photography information
Fujifilm XP80 Landscape photography information
39
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery life (200 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse function
40
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
not so great battery life (210 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Vlogging factors
Fujifilm XP80 Vlogging factors
29
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone support
34
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone socket
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Fujifilm XP80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Fujifilm XP80
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Fujifilm XP80
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Fujifilm XP80
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2011-08-16 2015-01-14
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.9-4.9
Macro focusing range 9cm 9cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.40 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 165 gr (0.36 lbs) 179 gr (0.39 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 200 photographs 210 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A NP-45S
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, group)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail cost $240 $149