Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Fujifilm Z30
Fujifilm XP50 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Fujifilm XP50
Fujifilm Z30 | Fujifilm XP50 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Fujifilm Z30
Fujifilm XP50 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The 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.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.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and Fujifilm Z30 is 93 and 96 respectively.
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.
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | |
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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 |