Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic F5
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic F5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the F5 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was unveiled 12 months before the F5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades versus the F5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic F5
Fujifilm XP50 | F5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Fujifilm XP50
F5 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic F5
Fujifilm XP50 | F5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic F5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 compared to the F5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and F5 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and F5.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm XP50 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic F5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 5.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 250 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $100 |