FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic S3

Below, we are analyzing the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic S3, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the S3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the XP10 matches up vs the S3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm XP10 enjoys physical measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic S3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the XP10 vs the S3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and S3 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the XP10 and S3.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic S3 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The older XP10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.