Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1 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
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Announced January 2014
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP60
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched November 2011

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was launched 2 years after the 3D1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores against the 3D1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Panasonic 3D1
Fujifilm XP70 | 3D1 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | November 2011 | Newer by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Fujifilm XP70
3D1 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic 3D1
Fujifilm XP70 | 3D1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP70 enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has sizing of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 vs the 3D1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and 3D1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP70 and 3D1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP70 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP70 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2011-11-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 210 images | 200 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $199 | $670 |