Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 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
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
(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
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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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.
Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Panasonic S2
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Fujifilm XP30
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic S2
Fujifilm XP30 | S2 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact 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).
Contrast the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and S2 is 94 and 96 respectively.
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.
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | |
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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 |