Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic SZ10 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
- Released January 2012
- Older Model is Fujifilm XP30
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Released January 2015

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic SZ10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was introduced 4 years before the SZ10 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores versus the SZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic SZ10
Fujifilm XP50 | SZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Fujifilm XP50
SZ10 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 36 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic SZ10
Fujifilm XP50 | SZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP50 features outside dimensions 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 SZ10 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the SZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and SZ10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and SZ10.
To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP50 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2015-01-06 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.4 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 pictures | 200 pictures |
Style of battery | 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 shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $180 | $200 |