Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FH3

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FH3, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was released 2 years after the FH3 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades versus the FH3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP50 comes with outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FH3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 compared to the FH3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and FH3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Often, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and FH3.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm XP50 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.