Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP60
- Updated by Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Revealed July 2012
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5, 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 SZ5 (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm XP70 was revealed 18 months later than the SZ5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm XP70 grades against the SZ5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Panasonic SZ5
Fujifilm XP70 | SZ5 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | July 2012 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Fujifilm XP70
SZ5 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Panasonic SZ5
Fujifilm XP70 | SZ5 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP70 enjoys physical 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 SZ5 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 vs the SZ5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and SZ5 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP70 and SZ5.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm XP70 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP70 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 lbs) | 136g (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 250 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $199 | $195 |