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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
41
Overall
39

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2014
  • Replaced the Fujifilm XP60
  • Updated by Fujifilm XP80
Sony WX30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
  • Launched July 2011
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony WX30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP70 was introduced 2 years after the WX30 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XP70 matches up vs the WX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Sony WX30

 Fujifilm XP70 WX30 
LaunchedJanuary 2014July 2011Newer by 30 months

Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Fujifilm XP70

 WX30 Fujifilm XP70 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution922k460kCrisper screen (+462k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony WX30

 Fujifilm XP70 WX30 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP70 has outside 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) whilst the Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony WX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 vs the WX30.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and WX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP70 and WX30.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm XP70 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm XP70
Portrait photography with Sony WX30
35
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
has face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 as a Street photography camera
Sony WX30 as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (117g)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 as a Sports photography camera
Sony WX30 as a Sports photography camera
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery (210 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 Travel photography features
Sony WX30 Travel photography features
65
environment proofing
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
bad battery (210 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
69
lighter than competition in class (117 grams)
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 Landscape photography details
Sony WX30 Landscape photography details
40
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (16MP)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
bad battery (210 shots)
lack of Timelapse mode
43
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 as a Vlogging camera
Sony WX30 as a Vlogging camera
34
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of external microphone support
35
relatively wide (25mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (117 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone support
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP70 and Sony WX30
 Fujifilm FinePix XP70Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP70 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2014-01-06 2011-07-25
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.6-6.3
Macro focus range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - XtraFine TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m 3.70 m
Flash options Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 179g (0.39 pounds) 117g (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 photographs 250 photographs
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45S NP-BN1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $199 $259