Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony WX300
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony WX300 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
- Launched August 2011
- Older Model is FujiFilm XP10
- Updated by Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Announced February 2013
- New Model is Sony WX350
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Here is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony WX300, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm XP30 was brought out 18 months earlier than the WX300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP30 scores against the WX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Sony WX300
| Fujifilm XP30 | WX300 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Fujifilm XP30
| WX300 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2013 | August 2011 | Fresher by 18 months | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Sony WX300
| Fujifilm XP30 | WX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 enjoys physical 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) whilst the Sony WX300 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 and the WX300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and WX300 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP30 and WX300.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony WX300 to offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2013-02-20 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| 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) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 9cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.10 m | 4.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 166g (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD / SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $240 | $330 |