Fujifilm XP60 vs Sony HX30V

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm XP60 vs Sony HX30V, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP60 was launched 16 months later than the HX30V making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP60 grades against the HX30V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP60 offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP60 vs Sony HX30V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 and the HX30V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP60 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP60 and HX30V.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX30V to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP60 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.