Fujifilm XP130 vs Panasonic TS20

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm XP130 versus Panasonic TS20, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was released 6 years after the TS20 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm XP130 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP130 matches up against the TS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP130 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 compared to the TS20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP130 and TS20 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP130 and TS20.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm XP130 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.