• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.4 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm XP70 advantages over Canon D30

  • Less expensive
    $230 vs $330 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More pixels
    16.4 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon D30 advantages over Fujifilm XP70

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.54 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 300 vs 210 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Waterproof
    Both provide
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm XP150

Fujifilm XP70
Fujifilm XP150
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $272
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
Canon D30
Fujifilm XP150
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • HDMI out
  • $272
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compared to Fujifilm XP50

Fujifilm XP70
Fujifilm XP50
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $238
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
Canon D30
Fujifilm XP50
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $238
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compared to Canon D20

Fujifilm XP70
Canon D20
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
Canon D30
Canon D20
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Olympus TG-830

Fujifilm XP70
Olympus TG-830
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $254
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Faster JPEG shooting
Canon D30
Olympus TG-830
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $254
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compared to Fujifilm XP60

Fujifilm XP70
Fujifilm XP60
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
Canon D30
Fujifilm XP60
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Built-in GPS
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels
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