Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH6
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH6 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
- Launched January 2014
- Replaced the Fujifilm XP60
- New Model is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FH6, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was introduced 2 years later than the FH6 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores against the FH6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Panasonic FH6
Fujifilm XP70 | FH6 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Fujifilm XP70
FH6 | Fujifilm XP70 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FH6
Fujifilm XP70 | FH6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP70 has physical dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FH6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the FH6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and FH6 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP70 and FH6.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP70 to offer you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP70 will have an edge in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | 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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 | 179 grams (0.39 pounds) | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 | 210 photographs | 280 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | 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, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $199 | $129 |