Fujifilm XP130 vs Panasonic FS42

In this write-up, we are comparing the Fujifilm XP130 versus Panasonic FS42, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and FS42 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP130 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") feature totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XP130 was manufactured 8 years later than the FS42 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP130 matches up against the FS42 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP130 enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS42 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP130 versus Panasonic FS42 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 vs the FS42.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP130 and FS42 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP130 and FS42.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP130 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm XP130 will give greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP130 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.