Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic FH25

In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic FH25, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was revealed 8 months later than the FH25 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up vs the FH25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 has external dimensions 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 Panasonic FH25 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic FH25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus the FH25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and FH25 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and FH25.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH25 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP30 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.