Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX580
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX580 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
- Old Model is Fujifilm XP60
- Successor is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FX580, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was introduced 5 years after the FX580 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores versus the FX580 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Panasonic FX580
Fujifilm XP70 | FX580 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 61 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Fujifilm XP70
FX580 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FX580
Fujifilm XP70 | FX580 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP70 provides outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic FX580 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 vs the FX580.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP70 and FX580 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP70 and FX580.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP70 to offer more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP70 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 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 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 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 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 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) | 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 file 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179 grams (0.39 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $199 | $499 |