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Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
46
Overall
43
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2017
  • Updated by Fujifilm XP130
Panasonic FP2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Released January 2010
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm XP120 versus Panasonic FP2, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was announced 7 years after the FP2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XP120 matches up against the FP2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Panasonic FP2

 Fujifilm XP120 FP2 
ReleasedJanuary 2017January 2010Newer by 86 months
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Fujifilm XP120

 FP2 Fujifilm XP120 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Panasonic FP2

 Fujifilm XP120 FP2 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP120 provides external measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP120 versus Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 versus the FP2.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP120 and FP2 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP120 and FP2.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm XP120 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP120 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FP2 as a Portrait photography camera
42
manual focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
manual mode not available
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
28
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XP120
Street photography with Panasonic FP2
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
55
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Sports photography features
Panasonic FP2 Sports photography features
46
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16MP)
features tracking focus
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery (210 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
35
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
low fps (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic FP2 Travel photography highlights
67
environment proof
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
bad battery (210 CIPA)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
56
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (151 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm XP120
Landscape photography with Panasonic FP2
50
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
bad battery (210 shots)
33
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Vlogging info
Panasonic FP2 Vlogging info
33
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have mic jack
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (151 grams)
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP120 and Panasonic FP2
 Fujifilm FinePix XP120Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP120 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
Category Waterproof Ultracompact
Introduced 2017-01-05 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
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 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range 9cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 920 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) 4.90 m
Flash modes Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 203 gr (0.45 lbs) 151 gr (0.33 lbs)
Physical dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 210 shots -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $229 $80