Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS5

In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was released 18 months earlier than the TS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP50 matches up against the TS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 provides outside measurements 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 TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic TS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 compared to the TS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and TS5 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and TS5.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS5 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XP50 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.