Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung NX500

Following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm XP30 versus Samsung NX500, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (1/2.3") and NX500 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XP30 was revealed 4 years earlier than the NX500 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores against the NX500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Samsung NX500. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus the NX500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and NX500 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and NX500.

All in all, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP30 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX500 will result in greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.