Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Panasonic FH5
Fujifilm XP150 | FH5 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Fujifilm XP150
FH5 | Fujifilm XP150 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic FH5
Fujifilm XP150 | FH5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same 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).
See the Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
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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 |