Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic LX7

Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic LX7, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP80 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XP80 was launched 2 years later than the LX7 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XP80 grades vs the LX7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XP80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP80 features outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 against the LX7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP80 and LX7 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP80 and LX7.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP80 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm XP80 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP80 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.