Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH1
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Succeeded the Fujifilm XP60
- Replacement is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS10

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm XP70 versus Panasonic FH1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was released 4 years after the FH1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores against the FH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Panasonic FH1
Fujifilm XP70 | FH1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Fujifilm XP70
FH1 | Fujifilm XP70 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FH1
Fujifilm XP70 | FH1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP70 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XP70 versus Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the FH1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and FH1 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP70 and FH1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm XP70 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP70 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) | 163 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 210 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $199 | $150 |