Clicky

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 front
 
Samsung SL30 front
Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
14
Overall
24

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
  • Announced January 2014
  • Superseded the Fujifilm XP60
  • Updated by Fujifilm XP80
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 Known as ES15
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm XP70 versus Samsung SL30, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The Fujifilm XP70 was introduced 4 years later than the SL30 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores versus the SL30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

        

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Samsung SL30

 Fujifilm XP70 SL30 
ReleasedJanuary 2014February 2009More recent by 60 months
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Fujifilm XP70

 SL30 Fujifilm XP70 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Samsung SL30

 Fujifilm XP70 SL30 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP70 offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung SL30 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP70 versus Samsung SL30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 vs the SL30.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP70 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP70 and SL30.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm XP70 to offer you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP70 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 Portrait photography advice
Samsung SL30 Portrait photography advice
35
MP count decent (16MP)
offers face detection focus
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
24
includes face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 as a Street photography camera
Samsung SL30 as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung SL30 as a Sports photography camera
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (210 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
16
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 Travel photography details
Samsung SL30 Travel photography details
65
weather proofing
MP count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
not so great battery pack (210 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
51
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung SL30 as a Landscape photography camera
40
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
weather proofing
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
not so great battery pack (210 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse mode
22
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5 inches)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm XP70
Vlogging with Samsung SL30
34
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of external mic socket
25
includes face detect focus
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic port
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Fujifilm XP70 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP70 and Samsung SL30
 Fujifilm FinePix XP70Samsung SL30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP70 Samsung SL30
Alternate name - ES15
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2014-01-06 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 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 6400 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focusing distance 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.5"
Screen resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 179 grams (0.39 pounds) 140 grams (0.31 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 210 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45S -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $199 $93