Fujifilm XF1 vs Sony HX30V

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony HX30V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and HX30V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The Fujifilm XF1 was manufactured 7 months later than the HX30V which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades versus the HX30V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XF1 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XF1 and Sony HX30V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus the HX30V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and HX30V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XF1 and HX30V.

Clearly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX30V will offer you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XF1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.