Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic S2

Here is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic S2, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was introduced very close to the S2 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores against the S2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the S2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and S2 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and S2.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.