FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ7
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Released February 2010
- Also Known as FinePix XP11
- New Model is Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2012

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic SZ7, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The XP10 was unveiled 23 months prior to the SZ7 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the XP10 scores against the SZ7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Panasonic SZ7
XP10 | SZ7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the FujiFilm XP10
SZ7 | XP10 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 23 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic SZ7
XP10 | SZ7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm XP10 offers external dimensions 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 SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic SZ7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the XP10 versus the SZ7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and SZ7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XP10 and SZ7.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ7 to give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged XP10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Also referred to as | FinePix XP11 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 220 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $175 | $199 |