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Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Samsung SL30 front
Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
14
Overall
24

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 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
  • Released January 2012
  • Older Model is Fujifilm XP30
  • Successor is Fujifilm XP60
Samsung SL30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Also referred to as ES15
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 Overview

The following is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung SL30, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was introduced 2 years after the SL30 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP50 matches up against the SL30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Samsung SL30

 Fujifilm XP50 SL30 
ReleasedJanuary 2012February 2009Newer by 36 months
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Fujifilm XP50

 SL30 Fujifilm XP50 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung SL30

 Fujifilm XP50 SL30 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung SL30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the SL30.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and SL30.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Fujifilm XP50 to resolve more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP50 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Portrait photography information
Samsung SL30 Portrait photography information
28
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
24
comes with face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Street photography highlights
Samsung SL30 Street photography highlights
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Sports photography highlights
Samsung SL30 Sports photography highlights
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proof
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery (220 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
16
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Travel photography info
Samsung SL30 Travel photography info
64
weather proof
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
not so great battery (220 per charge)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
51
built-in flash
missing Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung SL30 Landscape photography highlights
39
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
weather proof
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
not so great battery (220 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse recording
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Vlogging factors
Samsung SL30 Vlogging factors
32
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
missing external mic socket
25
comes with face detect autofocus
wide angle not the best (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone port
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung SL30
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Samsung SL30
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Samsung SL30
Also referred to as - ES15
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 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 measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4608 x 3072 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focusing distance 9cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG 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 None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175g (0.39 pounds) 140g (0.31 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $180 $93