Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony S930
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(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
- Launched August 2011
- Earlier Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Launched January 2009

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony S930 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony S930, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was revealed 2 years later than the S930 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up versus the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony S930 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Sony S930
Fujifilm XP30 | S930 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 32 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Fujifilm XP30
S930 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony S930
Fujifilm XP30 | S930 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 features outside dimensions 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 Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony S930 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the S930.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP30 and S930 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and S930.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP30 to give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP30 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | 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 | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.4 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 112 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $240 | $219 |