Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Launched August 2011
- Previous Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Other Name is WB550

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP30 versus Samsung HZ15W, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was manufactured 2 years later than the HZ15W and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up vs the HZ15W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Samsung HZ15W
Fujifilm XP30 | HZ15W | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Fujifilm XP30
HZ15W | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Samsung HZ15W
Fujifilm XP30 | HZ15W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm XP30 versus Samsung HZ15W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the HZ15W.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and HZ15W is 94 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and HZ15W.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm XP30 to render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP30 should have an edge in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called | - | WB550 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 249g (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $240 | $330 |