Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH20
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37 Features
25 Overall
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93 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH20 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
- Succeeded the FujiFilm XP10
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS30

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic FH20, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was released 20 months after the FH20 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades against the FH20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Panasonic FH20
Fujifilm XP30 | FH20 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Fujifilm XP30
FH20 | Fujifilm XP30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic FH20
Fujifilm XP30 | FH20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 features exterior 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) while the Panasonic FH20 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP30 versus Panasonic FH20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 compared to the FH20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and FH20 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and FH20.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm XP30 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 178 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $240 | $179 |