Fujifilm X30 vs Sony S2100

Here is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm X30 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S2100 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X30 was manufactured 4 years later than the S2100 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X30 grades versus the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 comes with outer dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X30 against the S2100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and S2100 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and S2100.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 features the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The newer Fujifilm X30 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.