Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic S1

On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic S1, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP150 was introduced 13 months later than the S1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP150 grades vs the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP150 comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 compared to the S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP150 and S1 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP150 and S1.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP150 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP150 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.