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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
34
Overall
34

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 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
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm XP30
  • Successor is Fujifilm XP60
Panasonic FX90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
  • 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
  • Released August 2011
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic FX90, one is 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 FX90 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm XP50 was released 5 months after the FX90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades against the FX90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic FX90

 Fujifilm XP50 FX90 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Fujifilm XP50

 FX90 Fujifilm XP50 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FX90

 Fujifilm XP50 FX90 
ReleasedJanuary 2012August 2011Similar generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 enjoys exterior measurements 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 FX90 has dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 compared to the FX90.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and FX90 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and FX90.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP50 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm XP50
Portrait photography with Panasonic FX90
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
21
manual focus not available
no manual mode
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Street photography details
Panasonic FX90 Street photography details
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
boasts focus via touch
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Sports photography details
Panasonic FX90 Sports photography details
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
slow frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low battery power (220 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
30
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery (200 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Travel photography features
Panasonic FX90 Travel photography features
64
weather proofing
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
low battery power (220 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.9)
60
boasts focus via touch
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
lack of Timelapse function
terrible battery (200 per charge)
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FX90 as a Landscape photography camera
39
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
low battery power (220 per charge)
lack of Timelapse mode
36
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
no manual mode
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
terrible battery (200 shots)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Vlogging info
Panasonic FX90 Vlogging info
32
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
lack of microphone port
33
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of microphone port
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic FX90
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2012-01-05 2011-08-26
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3072 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.5-5.9
Macro focus range 9cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames per sec 4.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.10 m 5.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175g (0.39 lb) 149g (0.33 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 200 shots
Form 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
Storage media SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $180 $227