Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS50

On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS50, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was unveiled 4 years prior to the ZS50 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up vs the ZS50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 has exterior 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 ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the ZS50.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS50 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS50.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP30 to produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.