Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS45

Here is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS45, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was brought out 4 years before the ZS45 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores vs the ZS45 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 has got physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the ZS45.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS45 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS45.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS45 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.