Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic FX48

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and FX48 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X30 was unveiled 5 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up against the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X30 comes with outer measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has sizing of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the FX48.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and FX48 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and FX48.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier. The younger Fujifilm X30 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.