Fujifilm XP150 vs Samsung TL500

Following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm XP150 versus Samsung TL500, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP150 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XP150 was announced 19 months after the TL500 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm XP150 scores against the TL500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 & Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP150 offers physical 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) and the Samsung TL500 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP150 versus Samsung TL500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 against the TL500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP150 and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP150 and TL500.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP150 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm XP150 will give more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP150 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.