Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1
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![Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP50/Fujifilm-XP50-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 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
- Introduced January 2012
- Succeeded the Fujifilm XP30
- Renewed by Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Introduced November 2013
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm XP50 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor measurements.
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The Fujifilm XP50 was brought out 23 months earlier than the LF1 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XP50 matches up against the LF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic LF1
Fujifilm XP50 | LF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Fujifilm XP50
LF1 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 23 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic LF1
Fujifilm XP50 | LF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 against the LF1.
![Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 size comparison Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP50-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and LF1 is 93 and 92 respectively.
![Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP50-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The pic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP50 and LF1.
As you have seen, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm XP50 will produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP50 will be behind in sensor tech.
![Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 sensor size comparison Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP50-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-XP50-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LF1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2013-11-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias 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 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, 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, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 192 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery format | 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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $180 | $500 |