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Fujifilm X20 vs Fujifilm X30
Fujifilm X20
Camera summary
The Fujifilm X20, made by Fujifilm, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on April 29, 2013.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.2 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.8 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 X30, 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 X30
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS X-TRANS II sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264.
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
The battery of this camera can last up to 270 shots per charge with the included NP-50 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.
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 X30
Camera summary
The Fujifilm X30, made by Fujifilm, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Aug. 26, 2014.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.4 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.5 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Fujifilm X20, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Fujifilm X20
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS X-TRANS II sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 49 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264.
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
The battery of this camera can last up to 470 shots per charge with the included NP-95 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.
Autofocus specs |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | No |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | No |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | No |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | Built-In |
| 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 X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | No |
No |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | April 29, 2013 | Aug. 26, 2014 |
| Body type | Compact | Compact |
| brand | Fujifilm | Fujifilm |
| msrp | $379.99 | $578.00 |
| model | Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| Predecessor model | Fujifilm XF10 | Fujifilm X20 |
| Successor model | Fujifilm X30 | |
Lense |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash |
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.00 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 12.0 fps | 12.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| Battery life | 270 shots | 470 shots |
| Battery model | NP-50 | NP-95 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm | 119 x 72 x 60mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 353 grs | 423 grs |
Screen |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 460 | 920 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6 mm | 8.8 x 6.6 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 12 |
| Sensor size | 2/3-inch | 2/3-inch |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Headphone port |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
Yes |
| Video formats | H.264 | H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X20 | Fujifilm X30 |
| viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | 2,360k dots |