Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH25
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Successor is Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Below is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FH25, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was launched 13 months later than the FH25 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades versus the FH25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic FH25
Fujifilm XP50 | FH25 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Fujifilm XP50
FH25 | Fujifilm XP50 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FH25
Fujifilm XP50 | FH25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FH25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 and the FH25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and FH25 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP50 and FH25.
All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH25 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP50 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 175g (0.39 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery style | 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 |
Launch cost | $180 | $180 |