Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48 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
- Released January 2014
- Replaced the Fujifilm XP60
- New Model is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX40

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was announced 5 years later than the FX48 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores versus the FX48 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Panasonic FX48
Fujifilm XP70 | FX48 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 61 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Fujifilm XP70
FX48 | Fujifilm XP70 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FX48
Fujifilm XP70 | FX48 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP70 enjoys external measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has specifications of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the FX48.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and FX48 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP70 and FX48.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm XP70 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP70 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2009-01-27 |
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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/3000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179 grams (0.39 pounds) | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $199 | $325 |