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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
29
Overall
33

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP30
(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
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
Panasonic S2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
  • Announced January 2012
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Overview

Here is a detailed review of the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was launched 4 months earlier than the S2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades versus the S2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Panasonic S2

 Fujifilm XP30 S2 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Fujifilm XP30

 S2 Fujifilm XP30 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic S2

 Fujifilm XP30 S2 
AnnouncedAugust 2011January 2012Same generation
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 comes with external measurements 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 Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 compared to the S2.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and S2 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and S2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files though you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic S2 Portrait photography factors
28
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
33
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Street photography advice
Panasonic S2 Street photography advice
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (112 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic S2 Sports photography highlights
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proof
max fps low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (200 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
better than average battery (280 CIPA)
max fps low (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm XP30
Travel photography with Panasonic S2
65
weather proof
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
terrible battery pack (200 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
70
better than average battery (280 per charge)
lighter than competition (112 grams)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic S2 Landscape photography highlights
39
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
weather proof
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery pack (200 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse mode
41
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
better than average battery (280 shots)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Vlogging details
Panasonic S2 Vlogging details
29
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
lighter than competition (112g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic port
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic S2
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-08-16 2012-01-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.1-6.5
Macro focusing distance 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 165 gr (0.36 pounds) 112 gr (0.25 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 images 280 images
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
Storage media SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $240 $109