Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony TX30
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony TX30 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
- Introduced August 2011
- Replaced the FujiFilm XP10
- Successor is Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Launched July 2013

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony TX30 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm XP30 versus Sony TX30, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and TX30 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP30 was announced 23 months earlier than the TX30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm XP30 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XP30 matches up against the TX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Sony TX30
Fujifilm XP30 | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Fujifilm XP30
TX30 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 23 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3.3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+999k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony TX30
Fujifilm XP30 | TX30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys outer 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 Sony TX30 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP30 versus Sony TX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 against the TX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and TX30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and TX30.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony TX30 to result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2013-07-26 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $240 | $230 |