Fujifilm X30 vs Sony WX30

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X30 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and WX30 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X30 was revealed 3 years after the WX30 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up against the WX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 features exterior dimensions 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 Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X30 and Sony WX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the WX30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and WX30 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and WX30.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony WX30 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X30 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.