Fujifilm XP130 vs Panasonic FP2

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm XP130 versus Panasonic FP2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was manufactured 8 years later than the FP2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm XP130 matches up versus the FP2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP130 comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP130 versus Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 compared to the FP2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP130 and FP2 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP130 and FP2.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm XP130 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP130 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.