Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500 Key Specs
(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
- Launched August 2011
- Old Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Successor is Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-550mm (F) lens
- 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
- Launched January 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon S9300
- Renewed by Nikon S9700

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and S9500 (18MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was introduced 17 months prior to the S9500 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up against the S9500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Nikon S9500
Fujifilm XP30 | S9500 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Fujifilm XP30
S9500 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Nikon S9500
Fujifilm XP30 | S9500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP30 comes with 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) whilst the Nikon S9500 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 compared to the S9500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP30 and S9500 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and S9500.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S9500 to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Nikon S9500 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Nikon Coolpix S9500 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-550mm (22.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.5 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 230 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $240 | $230 |