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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2

Portability
74
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-Pro2 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
29
Overall
33

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
  • Revealed January 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-Pro1
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-Pro3
Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
  • Superseded the Panasonic TS1
  • Newer Model is Panasonic TS3
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and TS2 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and TS2 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was manufactured 6 years later than the TS2 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-Pro2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 scores versus the TS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Panasonic TS2

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 TS2 
LaunchedJanuary 2016January 2010Fresher by 73 months
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1620k230kCrisper display (+1390k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2

 TS2 Fujifilm X-Pro2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic TS2

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 TS2 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 features exterior measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 against the TS2.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and TS2 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and TS2.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will give you greater detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-Pro2 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS2 as a Portrait photography camera
80
manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Street photography highlights
Panasonic TS2 Street photography highlights
67
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
62
image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Sports photography information
Panasonic TS2 Sports photography information
72
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
has phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
bad battery (350 CIPA)
40
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
weather sealing
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-Pro2
Travel photography with Panasonic TS2
63
weather proofing
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
bad battery (350 per charge)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
67
weather sealing
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic TS2 Landscape photography advice
75
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no low pass filter
saves RAW formats
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
lack of image stabilization
bad battery (350 CIPA)
40
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
weather sealing
manual focus not available
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS2 as a Vlogging camera
33
includes face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has mic jack
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
28
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Panasonic TS2
 Fujifilm X-Pro2Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm X-Pro2 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2
Alternative name - Lumix DMC-FT2
Category Advanced Mirrorless Waterproof
Revealed 2016-01-15 2010-01-26
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor III Venus Engine HD II
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 80
RAW files
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 273 11
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens focal range - 28-128mm (4.6x)
Highest aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Available lenses 54 -
Crop factor 1.5 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 1,620k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 92 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1300s
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter speed 8.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 5.10 m
Flash options Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD Lite
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 495 gr (1.09 pounds) 188 gr (0.41 pounds)
Physical dimensions 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" 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 350 photographs -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Two 1
Pricing at release $1,700 $350