Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic FX700

Below is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and FX700 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was launched 2 years later than the FX700 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm XF1 matches up versus the FX700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XF1 comes with outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 versus the FX700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and FX700 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XF1 and FX700.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic FX700 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XF1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.