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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP50
(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
  • Older Model is Fujifilm XP30
  • Successor is Fujifilm XP60
Panasonic FH2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic FH2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm XP50 was unveiled 13 months later than the FH2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores versus the FH2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic FH2

 Fujifilm XP50 FH2 
LaunchedJanuary 2012January 2011More recent by 13 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Fujifilm XP50

 FH2 Fujifilm XP50 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FH2

 Fujifilm XP50 FH2 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic FH2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 versus the FH2.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and FH2 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and FH2.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photos although you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm XP50 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic FH2 Portrait photography advice
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
33
MP count good (14 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FH2 as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
66
image stabilization (Optical)
has touch to focus
lighter than others (121g)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm XP50
Sports photography with Panasonic FH2
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
has tracking focus
environment proof
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (220 CIPA)
does not have phase detect auto focus
43
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
great battery pack (270 CIPA)
low fps (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Travel photography features
Panasonic FH2 Travel photography features
64
environment proof
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
not so great battery life (220 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
72
great battery pack (270 shots)
lighter than others (121g)
has touch to focus
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic FH2 Landscape photography factors
39
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
not so great battery life (220 shots)
missing Time Lapse recording
40
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
great battery pack (270 shots)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FH2 Vlogging highlights
32
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing mic port
32
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
lighter than others (121g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FH2
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2
Also called - Lumix DMC-FS16
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2012-01-05 2011-01-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine IV
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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3072 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.1-6.5
Macro focusing range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 3.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lbs) 121 gr (0.27 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 photos 270 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $180 $149