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Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25

Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2012
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm XP30
  • Renewed by Fujifilm XP60
Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Released February 2009
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview

Here is a extended review of the Fujifilm XP50 versus Fujifilm Z30, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was released 2 years later than the Fujifilm Z30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores vs the Fujifilm Z30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Fujifilm Z30

 Fujifilm XP50 Fujifilm Z30 
ReleasedJanuary 2012February 2009Fresher by 36 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Fujifilm XP50

 Fujifilm Z30 Fujifilm XP50 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Fujifilm Z30

 Fujifilm XP50 Fujifilm Z30 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z30 has proportions of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP50 versus Fujifilm Z30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the Fujifilm Z30.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and Fujifilm Z30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP50 and Fujifilm Z30.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm XP50 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP50 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm XP50
Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z30
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
19
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
55
lighter than others in class (110 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Sports photography advice
Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography advice
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery (220 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Travel photography information
Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography information
64
weather proof
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
terrible battery (220 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
56
lighter than others in class (110 grams)
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Landscape photography camera
39
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
weather proof
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
terrible battery (220 per charge)
missing Timelapse recording
22
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Vlogging advice
Fujifilm Z30 Vlogging advice
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external microphone jack
25
lighter than others in class (110g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic jack
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Fujifilm Z30
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Fujifilm FinePix Z30
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix Z30
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-01-05 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS 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 14MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4608 x 3072 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focusing distance 9cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 3 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lb) 110 gr (0.24 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 220 photographs -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A NP-45
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $180 $150