Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A230

Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XP30 versus Sony A230, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and A230 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XP30 was revealed 2 years after the A230 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm XP30 being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up vs the A230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Sony A230 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony A230 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XP30 versus Sony A230 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the A230.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and A230 is 94 and 69 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and A230.

As you can tell, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP30 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm XP30 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP30 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.