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Fujifilm FinePix XP50 vs Fujifilm FinePix XP30

Fujifilm FinePix XP50

Camera summary

The Fujifilm FinePix XP50, made by Fujifilm, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Jan. 5, 2012.

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Feature Score
Autofocus specs
2.3 out of 5 stars
Connectivity
3.3 out of 5 stars
Exposure mode
0.8 out of 5 stars
Photography features
1.4 out of 5 stars
Physical
1.9 out of 5 stars
Average Score
1.9 out of 5 stars

Predecessor

This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Fujifilm FinePix XP30, with advanced features and improved performance.

Compare this camera to the Fujifilm FinePix XP30

Successor

This camera has now been superseeded by the Fujifilm FinePix XP60, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.

Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.

Compare this camera to its successor Fujifilm FinePix XP60

Sensor

This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 14 Megapixels resolution.

Max video resolutions

1920 x 1080

Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264, Motion JPEG.

Connectivity

Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.

Battery life

NP-45A

The battery of this camera can last up to 220 shots per charge with the included NP-45A battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.

Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.

Environmental sealing

This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage. A dust proof camera that will give you peace of mind when you're working in deserts, beaches and other environments for adventure lovers. This camera will be safe from the rain and splashes.

Other features

This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.

Fujifilm FinePix XP30

Camera summary

The Fujifilm FinePix XP30, made by Fujifilm, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Aug. 16, 2011.

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Feature Score
Autofocus specs
2.7 out of 5 stars
Connectivity
1.7 out of 5 stars
Exposure mode
0.8 out of 5 stars
Photography features
2.1 out of 5 stars
Physical
1.8 out of 5 stars
Average Score
1.8 out of 5 stars

Predecessor

This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Fujifilm XF10, with advanced features and improved performance.

Compare this camera to the Fujifilm XF10

Successor

This camera has now been superseeded by the Fujifilm FinePix XP50, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.

Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.

Compare this camera to its successor Fujifilm FinePix XP50

Sensor

This camera has a CCD sensor with a 14 Megapixels resolution.

Max video resolutions

1280 x 720

Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.

Connectivity

Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.

Battery life

NP-45A

The battery of this camera can last up to 200 shots per charge with the included NP-45A battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.

Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.

Environmental sealing

This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage. A dust proof camera that will give you peace of mind when you're working in deserts, beaches and other environments for adventure lovers. This camera will be safe from the rain and splashes.

Other features

This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.

Autofocus specs

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
Af center
Yes
Yes
Af continuous
Yes
Yes
Af Contrast Detection
Yes
Yes
Af Face detection
No
No
Af live view
No
Yes
Af multi area
No
No
Af phase detection
No
No
Af selective
No
No
Af single
Yes
Yes
Af touch
No
No
Af tracking
Yes
Yes
Number of cross focus points - -
Number of focus points - -

Connectivity

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
HDMI
Yes
No
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
Wireless connectivity - -
DXO color depth 0.0 0.0
DXO dynamic range 0.0 0.0
DXO low light ISO 0.0 0.0
DXO overall score 0.0 0.0

Exposure mode

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
AF area
No
No
average
No
No
Center weighted
No
No
Multi segment
Yes
Yes
partial
No
No
spot
No
No

General

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
AKA - -
announced Jan. 5, 2012 Aug. 16, 2011
Body type Compact Compact
brand Fujifilm Fujifilm
msrp $74.80 $0.00
model Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
Predecessor model Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Fujifilm XF10
Successor model Fujifilm FinePix XP60 Fujifilm FinePix XP50

Lense

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
Focal length multiplier - -
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Manual focus
No
No
Macro focus range 9cm 9cm
Number of lenses - -

Other features

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
GPS - Built-in
Self-timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Storage slots 1 1
Storage type SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD / SDHC, Internal
Timelapse recording
No
No

Photography features

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
AE bracketing
No
No
Aperture priority
No
No
Built-in flash
Yes
Yes
Custom white balance
No
Yes
Exposure compensation
No
No
External flash
No
No
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Flash range 3.10 m 3.10 m
Image stabilization
Yes
Yes
Manual exposure mode
No
No
Max continuous shooting 3.0 fps 1.0 fps
Max mechanical shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Minimum shutter speed 4 4
Shutter priority
No
No
WB bracketing
Yes
Yes

Physical

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
Battery life 220 shots 200 shots
Battery model NP-45A NP-45A
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Crush proof
No
No
Dust proof
Yes
Yes
Environmental sealing
Yes
Yes
Freeze proof
Yes
Yes
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm 99 x 68 x 24mm
Shock proof
Yes
Yes
Water proof
Yes
Yes
Weight 175 grs 165 grs

Screen

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
Live view
Yes
Yes
Screen resolution 230 230
Screen size - -
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Touch screen
No
No

Sensor

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
Max boosted ISO - -
Max image resolution 4608 x 3072 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
No
No
Sensor area - -
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55 mm 6.17 x 4.55 mm
Sensor resolution 14 14
Sensor size 1/2.3-inch 1/2.3-inch
Sensor type CMOS CCD

Headphone port

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
Headphone port
No
No
Max video resolution 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720
Microphone port
No
No
Video formats H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)

Viewfinder

Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Fujifilm FinePix XP30
viewfinder - -
viewfinder coverage - -
viewfinder magnification - -
viewfinder resolution no electronic viewfinder no electronic viewfinder