Fujifilm XF1 vs Panasonic TS2

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and TS2 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was brought out 2 years later than the TS2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm XF1 matches up vs the TS2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 comes with outside dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XF1 and Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 against the TS2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF1 and TS2 is 90 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and TS2.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic TS2 will offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XF1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.