Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH2

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FH2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP70 was announced 3 years later than the FH2 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores vs the FH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP70 features physical 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 FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FH2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the FH2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP70 and FH2 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP70 and FH2.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm XP70 to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP70 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.