Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS2

The following is a extended review of the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic TS2, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was introduced 24 months after the TS2 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XP50 matches up against the TS2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP50 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 and the TS2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP50 and TS2 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP50 and TS2.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images but you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm XP50 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.