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Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Samsung WB35F front
Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F Key Specs

Fujifilm XP30
(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
  • Announced August 2011
  • Superseded the FujiFilm XP10
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
Samsung WB35F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2014
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F Overview

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus Samsung WB35F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the WB35F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades against the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Samsung WB35F

 Fujifilm XP30 WB35F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Fujifilm XP30

 WB35F Fujifilm XP30 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014August 2011Newer by 29 months
Manually focus More precise focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Samsung WB35F

 Fujifilm XP30 WB35F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the WB35F.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and WB35F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and WB35F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB35F to result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Portrait photography info
Samsung WB35F Portrait photography info
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
37
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Street photography info
Samsung WB35F Street photography info
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (194g)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Sports photography factors
Samsung WB35F Sports photography factors
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery (200 per charge)
has no phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm XP30
Travel photography with Samsung WB35F
65
weather proof
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
not so great battery (200 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
70
lighter than competition in class (194 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great reach (288mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB35F as a Landscape photography camera
39
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
not so great battery (200 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse mode
43
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Vlogging info
Samsung WB35F Vlogging info
29
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
31
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (194 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Samsung WB35F
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Samsung WB35F
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Samsung WB35F
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-08-16 2014-01-07
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focusing range 9cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 165 grams (0.36 pounds) 194 grams (0.43 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 200 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD / SDHC, Internal MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $240 $130