Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon P7100

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X30 versus Nikon P7100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the P7100 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and P7100 (1/1.7") provide different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X30 was launched 2 years after the P7100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 scores vs the P7100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Nikon Coolpix P7100. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Nikon P7100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 comes with exterior dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Nikon P7100 has measurements of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 against the P7100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and P7100 is 80 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and P7100.

Clearly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X30 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X30 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.