Fujifilm X10 vs Panasonic S2

The following is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm X10 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and S2 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X10 was unveiled 7 months after the S2 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X10 scores vs the S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 features outside measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X10 and Panasonic S2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 vs the S2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and S2 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X10 and S2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X10 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S2 will show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X10 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.