Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Panasonic FP2
Fujifilm XP120 | FP2 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 86 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Fujifilm XP120
FP2 | Fujifilm XP120 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Panasonic FP2
Fujifilm XP120 | FP2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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.

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Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
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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 |