Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS50
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Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Succeeded the Fujifilm XP70
- Renewed by Fujifilm XP90
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS45
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS60

Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic ZS50, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP80 was introduced about the same time to the ZS50 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XP80 grades versus the ZS50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS50 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP80 over the Panasonic ZS50
Fujifilm XP80 | ZS50 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Fujifilm XP80
ZS50 | Fujifilm XP80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic ZS50
Fujifilm XP80 | ZS50 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2015 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP80 offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic ZS50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 compared to the ZS50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP80 and ZS50 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP80 and ZS50.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP80 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications
Fujifilm XP80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm XP80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ70 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179 grams (0.39 pounds) | 243 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 44 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 138 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 300 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $149 | $350 |