Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony WX30

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm Z37 versus Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was revealed 24 months prior to the WX30 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up versus the WX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z37 provides physical dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z37 versus Sony WX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the WX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z37 and WX30.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony WX30 to produce more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.