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FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
28
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs

FujiFilm F80EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-270mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 210g - 99 x 59 x 28mm
  • Introduced June 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix F85EXR
Panasonic FX48
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX40
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FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 Overview

The following is a extensive review of the FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the F80EXR (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is fairly similar but the F80EXR (1/2") and FX48 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The F80EXR was released 17 months after the FX48 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the F80EXR scores against the FX48 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm F80EXR over the Panasonic FX48

 F80EXR FX48 
IntroducedJune 2010January 2009Newer by 17 months
Display size3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the FujiFilm F80EXR

 FX48 F80EXR 

Common features in the FujiFilm F80EXR and Panasonic FX48

 F80EXR FX48 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm F80EXR features external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the F80EXR and the FX48.

FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F80EXR and FX48 is 92 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the F80EXR and FX48.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The F80EXR includes the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF simpler. The more modern F80EXR should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm F80EXR as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FX48 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2")
doesn't have RAW files
27
includes face detection autofocus
no manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm F80EXR Street photography advice
Panasonic FX48 Street photography advice
54
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than competition (210g)
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm F80EXR Sports photography features
Panasonic FX48 Sports photography features
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps low (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm F80EXR
Travel photography with Panasonic FX48
59
built-in flash
quite wide (27mm)
great reach (270mm)
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (210g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
58
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm F80EXR Landscape photography information
Panasonic FX48 Landscape photography information
38
quite wide (27mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Timelapse function
33
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5 inch)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm F80EXR as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FX48 as a Vlogging camera
27
quite wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone jack
more heavy than competition (210 grams)
31
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic support
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FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm F80EXR and Panasonic FX48
 FujiFilm FinePix F80EXRPanasonic Lumix DMC-FX48
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48
Also Known as FinePix F85EXR Lumix DMC-FX40
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-06-16 2009-01-27
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 12800 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-270mm (10.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.6 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.5 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/3000s
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 6.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 210 grams (0.46 lb) 150 grams (0.33 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-50 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $400 $325