FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic LX7
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35 Features
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic LX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Launched February 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix XP11
- Later Model is Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Succeeded the Panasonic LX5
- Refreshed by Panasonic LX10

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic LX7 Overview
Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Panasonic LX7, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is relatively similar but the XP10 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") boast different sensor sizes.

The XP10 was brought out 3 years prior to the LX7 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the XP10 matches up versus the LX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic LX7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Panasonic LX7
XP10 | LX7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the FujiFilm XP10
LX7 | XP10 | |||
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Revealed | October 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic LX7
XP10 | LX7 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic LX7 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm XP10 has external measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm XP10 versus Panasonic LX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the XP10 and the LX7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XP10 and LX7 is 95 and 86 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic LX7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the XP10 and LX7.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The XP10 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the FujiFilm XP10 will deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older XP10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic LX7 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 |
Also called as | FinePix XP11 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-10-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 8.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $175 | $400 |