Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

The following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm XP30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was brought out 18 months prior to the Galaxy Camera which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XP30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the Galaxy Camera.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and Galaxy Camera is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.