Fujifilm X30 vs Samsung SL102

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X30 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and SL102 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X30 was released 5 years after the SL102 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X30 scores versus the SL102 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X30 & Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 offers exterior measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has dimensions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the SL102.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and SL102 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and SL102.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X30 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X30 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.