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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP30
(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
  • Announced August 2011
  • Earlier Model is FujiFilm XP10
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 Overview

The following is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony W620, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was introduced 4 months earlier than the W620 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades against the W620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Sony W620

 Fujifilm XP30 W620 

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Fujifilm XP30

 W620 Fujifilm XP30 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony W620

 Fujifilm XP30 W620 
LaunchedAugust 2011January 2012Similar age
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony W620 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the W620.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and W620 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP30 and W620.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Portrait photography info
Sony W620 Portrait photography info
28
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
33
megapixel count decent (14MP)
features face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Street photography camera
Sony W620 as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
56
lighter than others (116g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Sports photography factors
Sony W620 Sports photography factors
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
low frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (200 CIPA)
has no phase detect autofocus
32
megapixel count decent (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W620 as a Travel photography camera
65
environment proofing
MP count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse function
terrible battery life (200 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
68
lighter than others (116g)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Landscape photography factors
Sony W620 Landscape photography factors
39
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
environment proofing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
terrible battery life (200 per charge)
missing Timelapse function
33
really wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W620 as a Vlogging camera
29
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
30
really wide (28mm)
features face detection focusing
lighter than others (116 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Sony W620
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-08-16 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing distance 9cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 2 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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 165g (0.36 lb) 116g (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 photos 220 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $240 $102