Fujifilm XP150 vs Sony WX80

Below is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm XP150 and Sony WX80, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP150 was manufactured 12 months before the WX80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XP150 grades against the WX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP150 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 and the WX80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP150 and WX80 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP150 and WX80.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony WX80 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP150 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.