Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012
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Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic SZ7, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm XP90 scores against the SZ7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XP90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Panasonic SZ7
| Fujifilm XP90 | SZ7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2016 | January 2012 | Fresher by 49 months | |
| Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Fujifilm XP90
| SZ7 | Fujifilm XP90 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Panasonic SZ7
| Fujifilm XP90 | SZ7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
| Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP90 comes with 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) while the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 against the SZ7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and SZ7 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP90 and SZ7.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm XP90 to show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP90 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
| Fujifilm XP90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm XP90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2016-01-15 | 2012-01-09 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 9cm | 4cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 203g (0.45 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
| 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 All around 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 photographs | 220 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-45S | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $180 | $199 |