Fujifilm XP60 vs Fujifilm Z30

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XP60 vs Fujifilm Z30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP60 was unveiled 4 years after the Fujifilm Z30 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm XP60 matches up against the Fujifilm Z30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP60 has got exterior dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z30 has specifications of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP60 vs Fujifilm Z30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 compared to the Fujifilm Z30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP60 and Fujifilm Z30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP60 and Fujifilm Z30.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm XP60 to deliver more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP60 will have an advantage in sensor technology.