Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FX78
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX77

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm XP150 versus Panasonic FX78, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP150 was manufactured 12 months after the FX78 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XP150 scores versus the FX78 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Panasonic FX78
Fujifilm XP150 | FX78 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Fujifilm XP150
FX78 | Fujifilm XP150 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic FX78
Fujifilm XP150 | FX78 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP150 provides external dimensions of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm XP150 versus Panasonic FX78 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 against the FX78.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP150 and FX78 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP150 and FX78.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP150 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP150 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 200 shots |
Battery type | 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $260 | $210 |