Fujifilm XP120 vs Panasonic FS7

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm XP120 versus Panasonic FS7, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP120 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XP120 was unveiled 8 years later than the FS7 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XP120 scores against the FS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP120 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP120 versus Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 and the FS7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP120 and FS7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP120 and FS7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XP120 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm XP120 will give you greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP120 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.