Fujifilm XP200 vs Panasonic S2

Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm XP200 versus Panasonic S2, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was unveiled 15 months later than the S2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm XP200 matches up versus the S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP200 provides external measurements of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP200 versus Panasonic S2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 against the S2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP200 and S2 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP200 and S2.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm XP200 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP200 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.