Fujifilm XP130 Review

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Main Features

16MP - 1/2.3" BSI-CMOS Sensor

ISO 100 - 3200( expands to 6400)

28-140 mm F3.9-4.9 Zoom Lens

Sensor-shift Image Stabilization

3" Fixed Type Screen

10.0 fps continuous shooting

Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video

Built-in Wireless

207g. 110 x 71 x 28 mm

Weather Sealed Body

Replaced Fujifilm XP120

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Fujifilm XP130 Overview

First introduced in January 2018 , Fujifilm FinePix XP130 is a 16.0MP Waterproof camera with a 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor. Fujifilm replaced the older XP120 with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
Compare Fujifilm FinePix XP130 vs Fujifilm XP120

Fujifilm XP130 Review - Click for Table of Contents

Overview
Pros and Cons
Sensor and Photography Features
Physical Specs
LCD and Viewfinder
Connectivity, Storage and Battery
Video
Other Features
Lens
Photography Type Scores
Alternatives
Popular Comparisons
Frequently Asked Questions
Detailed Specifications

Fujifilm XP130 has an Overall Score of 52/100 and ranked #49 out of 629 in Compact cameras (Top 10 Waterproof), and ranked #429 out of 1212 in all Cameras (Top 10 Overall).

Fujifilm XP130 Type Scores

Imaging

Features

Value for Money

Portability

Overall Score

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Fujifilm XP130 Compared to other Waterproof Cameras

Now let's get in to more details of our Fujifilm XP130 review by analysing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor cameras in its class.

PROs

Water Proof down to 20m

Shock Proof up to 1.8m

Freeze Proof down to -10C

Built-in Wireless (Wi-fi)

Bluetooth Connectivity

Image Stabilization

Full HD Video

Face Detection Focusing

920k dots LCD Resolution

10.0fps Shooting w/ Mechanical Shutter

207g Light Body

Manual Focusing

Environmental Sealing

Timelapse Recording

Remote control with a smartphone

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CONs

No Articulating Screen

No External Flash Shoe

No Touch Screen

No Built-in Viewfinder

No RAW Shooting

Max Sensitivity only ISO 3.200

Low Battery Life: 240 shots

No Manual Exposure

Slow Lens at Wide: f3.90

Slow Lens at Tele: f4.90

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Fujifilm XP130 Sensor and Photography Features

Fujifilm XP130 has a 16.0MP 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor . You can shoot at maximum resolution of 4608 x 3456 pixels with aspect ratios of 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9. XP130 has a native ISO range of 100 - 3200 which can be boosted to 6400 but unfortunately, Fujifilm XP130 doesn't have RAW file support. If you need a Compact camera with a RAW support, consider Canon PowerShot G9 X or Nikon Coolpix P7100 in the same price range.

Fujifilm XP130 is not the highest resolution Small Sensor camera. Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 with its 21.0MP sensor is leading in this class. Check the comparison of Fujifilm XP130 vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 or take a look at Highest resolution Waterproof cameras list.

Let's look at how the size of the Fujifilm XP130's 1/2.3" sensor compares with other standard sensor sizes.

Fujifilm XP130 Physical Specs

Fujifilm XP130 weighs 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz) and has external dimensions of 110 x 71 x 28 mm (4.33 x 2.8 x 1.1″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, its weight is about average in its class. With a thickness of 28mm, it also has an average thickness.

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Now lets compare the weight and thickness of Fujifilm XP130 with its main competitors:

Fujifilm XP130 Size Compared to Main Competitors

Model	Weight	vs XP130	Thickness	vs XP130
Fujifilm XP120 Compare	203g	4g lighter	28mm	equal thickness
Panasonic TS30 Compare	142g	65g lighter	20mm	8mm thinner
Nikon W300 Compare	231g	24g heavier	29mm	1mm thicker
Fujifilm XP90 Compare	203g	4g lighter	28mm	equal thickness
Olympus TG-6 Compare	253g	46g heavier	32mm	4mm thicker
Fujifilm XP80 Compare	179g	28g lighter	26mm	2mm thinner
Olympus TG-5 Compare	250g	43g heavier	32mm	4mm thicker
Fujifilm XP70 Compare	179g	28g lighter	26mm	2mm thinner

Weather Sealing

Fujifilm XP130 has environmental sealings (waterproof, shockproof, dustproof, freezeproof)

Fujifilm XP130 Lens

Fujifilm XP130 features a 28-140 mm F3.9-4.9 5x zoom lens. Lens has a good wide angle capability starting at 28mm and 140mm reach on tele gives a lot of flexibility and satisfy most of your needs.

Wide Coverage

Compact Cameras

XP130

Widest - Ricoh WG-M1

Average

Telezoom

Compact Cameras

XP130

Longest - Canon SX520 HS

Average

With a max aperture of f3.90 at 28mm, we can not consider this lens fast on wide end and neither at tele end with its f4.90.

Max Aperture at Wide

Compact Cameras

XP130

Fastest - Leica D-Lux 6

Average

Max Aperture at Tele

Compact Cameras

XP130

Fastest - Ricoh GR Digital IV

Average

XP130 is also equipped with Sensor-shift image stabilization system which is very handy especially at lower shutter speeds. Fujifilm XP130's lens also has a Manual Focus Mode.

Fujifilm XP130 LCD

Fujifilm XP130 has a Fixed Type 3" LCD screen with a resolution of 920k dots. Both the screen size and the screen resolution is up to the standards of this class.

XP130 doesn't have a viewfinder and no option for external viewfinder. Lack of a viewfinder can be problematic especially under strong light where visibility of LCD screens goes down dramatically. If you need a Compact camera with a built-in viewfinder in a similar price range, consider Nikon Coolpix P7100 (Compare) or Nikon Coolpix P7000 (Compare).
If the price is not an issue, take a look at our Top Rated Cameras with Viewfinders.

Fujifilm XP130 Connectivity, Storage and Battery

Fujifilm XP130 features built-in wireless (Wi-Fi) connectivity ( 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.0) which lets you transfer your photos directly to compatible devices without any physical connection.Fujifilm XP130's Bluetooth connectivity feature comes handy for connecting other devices that supports it. One other feature that we like is the ability to use our smartphone as a remote to control our XP130. You can change camera settings, release shutter, view LCD screen and tranfer files using remote control app.

You can connect XP130 to compatible devices via its HDMI port or YesUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) port.

Battery

Fujifilm XP130 is powered by a proprietary battery which provides a shooting life of 240 according to CIPA standards. Considering that the average battery life of Compact type cameras is 255 shots, its battery life is about average in its class but it would still be wise to invest in some spare batteries for long photo trips.

Battery Life Comparison in Waterproof Cameras

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Olympus TG-4 with its 380shots is the model with longest battery life among Waterproof cameras. Check the comparison of Fujifilm XP130 vs Olympus TG-4 or take a look at Longest Battery Life Waterproof cameras list.

Fujifilm XP130 Features Compared to Main Competitors

Model	Max Video	Battery Life	Wi-fi	Bluetooth	NFC
Fujifilm XP120 Compare	1920 x 1080	210shots	Yes	No	No
Panasonic TS30 Compare	1280 x 720	250shots	No	No	No
Nikon W300 Compare	3840 x 2160	280shots	Yes	Yes	No
Fujifilm XP90 Compare	1920 x 1080	210shots	Yes	No	No
Olympus TG-6 Compare	3840 x 2160	340shots	Yes	No	No
Fujifilm XP80 Compare	1920 x 1080	210shots	Yes	No	No
Olympus TG-5 Compare	3840 x 2160	340shots	Yes	No	No
Fujifilm XP70 Compare	1920 x 1080	210shots	Yes	No	No

Fujifilm XP130 Video Features

With Fujifilm XP130, you can record your videos at a highest resolution of 1920 x 1080 at 60p fps and save in and H.264 formats. Full HD resolution of Fujifilm XP130 will be adequate in most of the situations. But if you are after the highest resolution videos available, see our list of Top Cameras with 4K (Ultra-HD) Video.

XP130 has a built-in Stereo microphone and a Mono speaker.
Fujifilm XP130 doesn't have any connections for external microphones and headphones. If you need a Compact camera with external microphone connectivity, consider Nikon Coolpix P7100 or Nikon Coolpix P7000 in a similar price range.

Fujifilm XP130 Other Features

Max Shutter speed

Fujifilm XP130 can shoot continuously at max speed of 10.0 fps and has max shutter speed of 1/2000 sec.

Flash

Unfortunately XP130 doesn't have an external flash shoe so you are limited with the built-in flash.

Focusing

Fujifilm XP130 features a Contrast Detection autofocusing system.

Fujifilm XP130 also features Face detection AF where it intelligently detects the faces in the frame and locks the focus automatically.

What type of Photography is Fujifilm XP130 Good for?

In this section, we review and score Fujifilm XP130 in 5 different photography areas.

Fujifilm XP130 for Portrait Photography

Fujifilm XP130 has a score of 34 for Portrait Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Portrait We strongly recommend you to check our Top Waterproof Cameras for Portrait Photography list and consider these alternatives over theXP130.

Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.3 sensor
No RAW shooting capability

No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP130 for Portrait Photography

Fujifilm XP130 for Street Photography

Fujifilm XP130 has a score of 67 for Street Photography which makes it a GOOD candidate for this type of photography. If you are looking for a camera that is better suited to Street Photography, we recommend you to check our Top 10 Waterproof Cameras for Street Photography list.

Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Image Stabilization
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage

Small Body
No Built-in Viewfinder
Slow Lens at Wide: f3.90
No RAW shooting capability
Small 1/2.3 sensor

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP130 for Street Photography

Fujifilm XP130 for Sports Photography

Fujifilm XP130 has a score of 27 for Sports Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Sports We strongly recommend you to check our Top Waterproof Cameras for Sports Photography list and consider these alternatives over theXP130.

Fast Continuous Shooting: 10.0fps
Environmental Sealings
Wireless Connection
Manual Focus Mode
Image Stabilization
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
140 mm Tele Lens

Focus Points
Poor Battery Life: 240 shots
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
No Manual Exposure Mode
No Built-in Viewfinder
No External Flash Shoe
No RAW shooting capability

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP130 for Sports Photography

Fujifilm XP130 for Daily Photography

Fujifilm XP130 has a score of 65 for Daily Photography which makes it a GOOD candidate for this type of photography. If you are looking for a camera that is better suited to Daily Photography, we recommend you to check our Top 10 Waterproof Cameras for Daily Photography list.

Compact Body
207g
Environmental Sealings

5.0X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.3 sensor
No RAW shooting capability

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP130 for Daily Photography

Fujifilm XP130 for Landscape Photography

Fujifilm XP130 has a score of 26 for Landscape Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Landscape We strongly recommend you to check our Top Waterproof Cameras for Landscape Photography list and consider these alternatives over theXP130.

Manual Focus Mode
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Environmental Sealings
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP

No Manual Exposure Mode
No RAW shooting capability
Small 1/2.3 sensor

Read the details of how we scored Fujifilm XP130 for Landscape Photography

Fujifilm XP130 Alternatives

In this section, we analyse how Fujifilm XP130 compares with other Compact cameras within a similar price range. In the Bubble chart below, you can see Overall Score vs Price comparison of XP130 and the top 10 contenders in the same range. Hover your mouse on the bubbles to see the details of the cameras.

Read a more detailed analysis of Fujifilm XP130 alternatives.

Popular Comparisons of Fujifilm XP130

Here is the eight most popular comparisons of Fujifilm XP130 amongst Camera Decision readers.

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Fujifilm XP90

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Olympus TG-6

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Fujifilm XP80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fujifilm XP130

Does the Fujifilm XP130 have Image Stabilization?
Does the Fujifilm XP130 have RAW support?
Does the Fujifilm XP130 have Weather Sealing?
Does the Fujifilm XP130 have built-in GPS?
What is the Max ISO of Fujifilm XP130?
What is the Sensor Size of Fujifilm XP130?
is the Fujifilm XP130 a Full Frame (FF) camera?
Does the Fujifilm XP130 have Touch Screen?
Does the Fujifilm XP130 have built-in Wireless?
What is the Max Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) of Fujifilm XP130?

Fujifilm FinePix XP130 Detailed Specifications

General
Brand	Fujifilm
Model	Fujifilm FinePix XP130
Announced	2018-01-24
Body Type	Ultracompact
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount	fixed lens
Number of Lenses
Lens Focal Range	28-140 mm (5x)
Max Aperture	F3.9-4.9
Macro Focus Range	9cm
Screen
Screen Type	Fixed Type
Screen Size	3"
Screen Resolution	920k dots
Live View
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder	None
Viewfinder Resolution	no electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification	n/a
Photography Features
Min Shutter Speed	4s
Max Mechanical Shutter Speed	1/2000s
Continuous Shooting	10.0 fps
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Exposure Compensation	n/a
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization
Built-in Flash
Flash Range	4.40 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash Modes	Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro
External Flash
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Exposure Modes
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
DxO Sensor Scores
DxO Overall Score	not tested
DxO Color Depth	not tested
DxO Dynamic Range	not tested
DxO Low Light ISO	not tested
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Sensor
Sensor Type	BSI-CMOS
Sensor Size	1/2.3"
Sensor Dimensions	6.17 x 4.55 mm
Sensor Area	28.07mm²
Sensor Resolution	16 megapixels
Max Image Resolution	4608 x 3456
Max Native ISO	3,200
Max Boosted ISO	6400
Min Native ISO	100
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Video Features
Video Resolutions	1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max Video Resolution	1920 x 1080
Video Formats	H.264
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity	Built-In
HDMI
USB	YesUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Water Proof
Dust Proof
Shock Proof
Crush Proof
Freeze Proof
Weight	207g
Physical Dimensions	110 x 71 x 28mm
Battery Life	240 shots
Battery Type	Battery Pack
Other Features
Self Timer	Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot)
Timelapse Recording
GPS	None
Storage Type	Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage Slots	1