Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic SZ1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was launched 4 months before the SZ1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores vs the SZ1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 provides outer 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 SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the SZ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and SZ1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and SZ1.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.