Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic FX580

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X30 versus Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and FX580 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X30 was revealed 5 years after the FX580 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X30 scores vs the FX580 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 provides external 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 Panasonic FX580 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X30 versus Panasonic FX580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the FX580.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and FX580 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and FX580.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF easier. The fresher Fujifilm X30 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.