Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony HX20V

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony HX20V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was revealed 11 months before the HX20V so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up against the HX20V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP30 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 versus the HX20V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP30 and HX20V is 94 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The graphic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and HX20V.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX20V to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.