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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
45
Overall
42

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP50
(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
  • Launched January 2012
  • Old Model is Fujifilm XP30
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm XP60
Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
  • Released January 2015
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
  • Previous Model is Panasonic TS5
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was announced 4 years earlier than the TS6 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm XP50 grades versus the TS6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Panasonic TS6

 Fujifilm XP50 TS6 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Fujifilm XP50

 TS6 Fujifilm XP50 
ReleasedJanuary 2015January 2012Newer by 36 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic TS6

 Fujifilm XP50 TS6 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP50 offers 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) while the Panasonic TS6 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP50 versus Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 compared to the TS6.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and TS6.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS6 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP50 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Portrait photography info
Panasonic TS6 Portrait photography info
28
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
37
decent MP (16MP)
has face detect focus
no manual focus
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Street photography info
Panasonic TS6 Street photography info
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Sports photography info
Panasonic TS6 Sports photography info
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
bad battery (220 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
47
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proof
better than average battery life (370 CIPA)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic TS6 Travel photography highlights
64
weather proof
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
bad battery (220 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
72
better than average battery life (370 shots)
environment proof
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic TS6 as a Landscape photography camera
39
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
weather proof
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
bad battery (220 per charge)
lack of Timelapse recording
52
pretty wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
environment proof
better than average battery life (370 shots)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS6 as a Vlogging camera
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone support
33
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of microphone jack
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Panasonic TS6
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-FT6
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Launched 2012-01-05 2015-01-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3072 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter speed 3.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.10 m 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lb) 214 gr (0.47 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 photos 370 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $180 $300