Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic S2

Here is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm XP80 versus Panasonic S2, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP80 was launched 3 years later than the S2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm XP80 scores versus the S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP80 comes with physical 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) whilst the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XP80 versus Panasonic S2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 versus the S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and S2 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP80 and S2.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP80 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP80 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.