Fujifilm X30 vs Fujifilm XF1

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X30 vs Fujifilm XF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (2/3").

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The Fujifilm X30 was revealed 24 months after the Fujifilm XF1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X30 scores against the Fujifilm XF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 and Fujifilm XF1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 has outer dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Fujifilm XF1 has measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X30 vs Fujifilm XF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X30 against the Fujifilm XF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and Fujifilm XF1 is 80 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and Fujifilm XF1.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of files although you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm X30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.