Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Sony WX30
Fujifilm XP70 | WX30 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Fujifilm XP70
WX30 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Sony WX30
Fujifilm XP70 | WX30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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.

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Fujifilm XP70 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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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 |