Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic FX700

Let's look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and FX700 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X30 was introduced 4 years after the FX700 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X30 scores vs the FX700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X30 has got outer measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has sizing of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X30 vs Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X30 and the FX700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and FX700 is 80 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and FX700.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic FX700 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X30 will have an edge in sensor tech.