FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8 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
- Launched February 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix XP11
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Released January 2014

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the XP10 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The XP10 was brought out 4 years earlier than the SZ8 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the XP10 scores against the SZ8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Panasonic SZ8
XP10 | SZ8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the FujiFilm XP10
SZ8 | XP10 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 47 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Panasonic SZ8
XP10 | SZ8 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm XP10 offers outer dimensions 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 SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the XP10 against the SZ8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the XP10 and SZ8 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the XP10 and SZ8.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic SZ8 to result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older XP10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm XP10 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Also called as | FinePix XP11 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 grams (0.30 lb) | 159 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $175 | $275 |