Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic LX7

Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic LX7, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP150 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XP150 was announced 9 months before the LX7 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm XP150 grades versus the LX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP150 has physical measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic LX7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 compared to the LX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP150 and LX7 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP150 and LX7.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP150 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm XP150 will offer you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP150 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.