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Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
43
Overall
41
Fujifilm XP90 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP90
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2016
  • Old Model is Fujifilm XP80
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

The following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus Panasonic S1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and S1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was launched 5 years after the S1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades against the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Panasonic S1

 Fujifilm XP90 S1 
RevealedJanuary 2016January 2011Newer by 62 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm XP90

 S1 Fujifilm XP90 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Panasonic S1

 Fujifilm XP90 S1 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP90 has outer dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XP90 versus Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus the S1.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and S1 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP90 and S1.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm XP90 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP90 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Portrait photography camera
36
megapixel count good (16MP)
features face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Street photography features
Panasonic S1 Street photography features
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (117g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Sports photography details
Panasonic S1 Sports photography details
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery life (210 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Travel photography camera
67
environment proofing
megapixel count good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
bad battery life (210 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
62
lighter than competitors (117 grams)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography advice
46
relatively wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16MP)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
bad battery life (210 CIPA)
32
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Vlogging advice
Panasonic S1 Vlogging advice
33
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone jack
31
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (117 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic support
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP90 and Panasonic S1
 Fujifilm XP90Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm XP90 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2016-01-15 2011-01-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 203 grams (0.45 lb) 117 grams (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 images 240 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45S -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail cost $180 $269