Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1
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![Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP30.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S1/Panasonic-S1-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 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
- Older Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm XP30 was introduced 8 months after the S1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades versus the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Panasonic S1
Fujifilm XP30 | S1 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm XP30
S1 | Fujifilm XP30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic S1
Fujifilm XP30 | S1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus the S1.
![Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and S1 is 94 and 96 respectively.
![Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and S1.
As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm XP30 to produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP30 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
![Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $240 | $269 |