Fujifilm XP60 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Fujifilm XP60 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 183g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Launched June 2013
- Replaced the Fujifilm XP50
- Updated by Fujifilm XP70
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Released July 2012
Fujifilm XP60 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XP60 versus Panasonic SZ5, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm XP60 was launched 12 months after the SZ5 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm XP60 scores against the SZ5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm XP60 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP60 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP60 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP60 over the Panasonic SZ5
Fujifilm XP60 | SZ5 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | July 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Fujifilm XP60
SZ5 | Fujifilm XP60 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP60 and Panasonic SZ5
Fujifilm XP60 | SZ5 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP60 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP60 features exterior measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP60 versus Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP60 versus the SZ5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP60 and SZ5 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XP60 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP60 and SZ5.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm XP60 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP60 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm XP60 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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 (60fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 pounds) | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 250 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $180 | $195 |