Fujifilm XP200 vs Panasonic SZ5

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP200 and Panasonic SZ5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was manufactured 9 months later than the SZ5 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm XP200 matches up vs the SZ5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP200 comes with physical dimensions of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 versus the SZ5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP200 and SZ5 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP200 and SZ5.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm XP200 to result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP200 will have a benefit in sensor tech.