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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
31
Overall
35

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP150
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2012
Panasonic FH5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS18
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP150 was introduced 13 months later than the FH5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XP150 grades versus the FH5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Panasonic FH5

 Fujifilm XP150 FH5 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2011More recent by 13 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Fujifilm XP150

 FH5 Fujifilm XP150 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic FH5

 Fujifilm XP150 FH5 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP150 has outside measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH5 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 and the FH5.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP150 and FH5 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP150 and FH5.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH5 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP150 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FH5 as a Portrait photography camera
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
34
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focusing
manual focus not available
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XP150
Street photography with Panasonic FH5
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch to focus
lighter than average (121g)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm XP150
Sports photography with Panasonic FH5
43
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proof
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (4.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Travel photography details
Panasonic FH5 Travel photography details
67
weather proof
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
71
lighter than average (121g)
boasts touch to focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FH5 as a Landscape photography camera
40
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
38
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FH5 Vlogging advice
32
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone socket
33
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
lighter than average (121g)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic FH5
 Fujifilm FinePix XP150Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP150 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5
Also called - Lumix DMC-FS18
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2012-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3072 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.1-6.5
Macro focus range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames/s 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.10 m 3.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 205 gr (0.45 lbs) 121 gr (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 300 images 260 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-50A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $260 $169