Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax K-30

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax K-30, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm XP70 (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XP70 was revealed 15 months later than the K-30 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP70 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades vs the K-30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Pentax K-30. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Pentax K-30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP70 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax K-30 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax K-30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 against the K-30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP70 and K-30 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP70 and K-30.

All in all, both the cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XP70 features the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The more modern Fujifilm XP70 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.