Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm X30 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X30 was introduced 8 months later than the Galaxy Camera 2 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X30 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X30 enjoys outside measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X30 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 80 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X30 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.