Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched January 2014
Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
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.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 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.
Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Fujifilm X30 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Launched | August 2014 | January 2014 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Fujifilm X30
Galaxy Camera 2 | Fujifilm X30 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 920k | Crisper screen (+117k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Fujifilm X30 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
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.
Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Fujifilm X30 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X30 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-08-26 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 423g (0.93 pounds) | 283g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 400 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-95 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $499 | $400 |