FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic FH2

Its time to look more in depth at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Panasonic FH2, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was revealed 11 months before the FH2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the XP10 scores against the FH2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm XP10 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm XP10 versus Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the XP10 vs the FH2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and FH2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XP10 and FH2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH2 to produce more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged XP10 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.