• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 288.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm XP60 advantages over Panasonic SZ8

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    10.0 fps vs 1.2 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Panasonic SZ8 advantages over Fujifilm XP60

  • Less expensive
    $170 vs $200 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/3.1 vs f/3.9
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    288 mm vs 140 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • More dots on screen
    460k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm XP150

Fujifilm XP60
Fujifilm XP150
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out
  • $272
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
Panasonic SZ8
Fujifilm XP150
  • $226
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $272
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Nikon S6400

Fujifilm XP60
Nikon S6400
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Larger lens aperture
Panasonic SZ8
Nikon S6400
  • $226
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • HDMI out

Compared to Nikon AW110

Fujifilm XP60
Nikon AW110
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $499
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Panasonic SZ8
Nikon AW110
  • $226
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $499
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Built-in GPS

Compared to Fujifilm XP70

Fujifilm XP60
Fujifilm XP70
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Panasonic SZ8
Fujifilm XP70
  • $226
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • HDMI out

Compared to Samsung WB50F

Fujifilm XP60
Samsung WB50F
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • HDMI out
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Larger lens aperture
Panasonic SZ8
Samsung WB50F
  • $226
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
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