Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm XP30 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was brought out 12 months before the Galaxy Camera 3G which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP30 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP30 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.