Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A700
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Older Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Introduced December 2007
- Superseded the Konica Minolta 7D
- Replacement is Sony A77

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A700 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony A700, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the A700 (12MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm XP30 (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm XP30 was revealed 3 years after the A700 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XP30 being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades versus the A700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A700 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Sony A700
Fujifilm XP30 | A700 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | December 2007 | More modern by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Fujifilm XP30
A700 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony A700
Fujifilm XP30 | A700 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 offers external 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 A700 has proportions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony A700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus the A700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP30 and A700 is 94 and 58 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and A700.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP30 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Fujifilm XP30 will render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP30 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony A700 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2007-12-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4272 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 768 gr (1.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 2 |
Cost at launch | $240 | $1,000 |