PixPro WPZ2vs Sony FX30
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PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
Starting from £100 new
Best for Water sports, beach holidays & outdoor adventures on a budget
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Water Sports, Beach Holidays & Outdoor Adventures On A Budget — PixPro WPZ2 (2021): A practical, affordable waterproof camera for those who want a traditional zoom compact rather than a GoPro-style action camera.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Who should buy what
PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
- Snorkellers and divers who want a traditional zoom compact underwater
- Holiday photographers who want one rugged camera for beach and travel
- Buyers who want waterproofing deeper than GoPro without a housing
- Budget-conscious adventurers who don't need 4K video
Sony FX30 (2022)
- Filmmakers and video creators who want a dedicated cinema-style APS-C body
- Content creators who need S-Cinetone and S-Log3 in a compact form factor
- A6700 owners who want cinema-style ergonomics and a full-size HDMI port
- Video professionals who want Sony's colour science without full-frame pricing
Quick take: The sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the pixpro wpz2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PixPro WPZ2 (2021) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £100 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.0MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/30fps, 720p/60fps | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | TTL contrast-detect autofocus | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | Digital image stabilisation | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 3fps | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~200 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~194g | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 115 × 66 × 32mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None — 3.0" LCD screen only | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Standard 1/4" tripod thread | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | microSD up to 512GB | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PixPro WPZ2 | Sony FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Underwater | — | |
| Adventure & Sports | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Portrait | — |
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