Fujifilm FinePix XP140 vs Panasonic Lumix ZS80 — Which Is Better?
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Fujifilm · Compact · 16 MP · 1/2.3” · 4K video
Fujifilm FinePix XP140
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Panasonic · Compact · 20 MP · 1/2.3” · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix ZS80
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Fujifilm FinePix XP140 and the Panasonic Lumix ZS80 are both fixed-lens compact cameras released in 2019. The XP140 is a weather-sealed body measuring 110 x 71 x 28 mm and weighing 207 g, the lighter and slimmer of the two. The ZS80 measures 112 x 69 x 42 mm and weighs 327 g, and it carries a built-in electronic viewfinder that the XP140 omits. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2019 | 2019 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 14, 2019 | February 18, 2019 |
| Camera type |  Compact | Compact |
| Camera size | 110 x 71 x 28 mm | 112 x 69 x 42 mm |
| Camera weight | 207 g | 327 g |
| Optics | 55/100 | 59/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe ZS80 is the stronger choice for heavy cropping and large prints, offering 20 MP against the XP140's 16 MP. This is a difference in pixel count rather than sensor size, because both use the same 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor format behind fixed lenses. The ZS80 also has an electronic viewfinder with 2,330,000 dots for eye-level framing, while the XP140 offers only its rear screen. The XP140's standard ISO range reaches 12800, against 3200 on the ZS80, so a higher setting stays available when light drops. Both offer a 10 fps burst setting, in-body stabilisation and a 1/2000 s top shutter speed, so the fast-action settings match. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
16 MP050 | 20 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
6.17 x 4.55 | 6.17 x 4.55 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 1/2.3” | 1/2.3” |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
10 fps045 | 10 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fixed | Fixed |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Unspecified | Venus Engine |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 4:3 |  3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 8030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
128003003280000 | 32003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 8030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
128003003280000 | 64003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
444080 | 244080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
200080032000 | 200080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
10300 | 10300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | 233000009900000 |
| Video | 83/100 | 69/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoFor editing holiday clips, both cameras record 4K video and both support 60 fps as their maximum video frame rate, writing MPEG-4 and MOV files. The XP140 pulls ahead for timelapse work, with a built-in timelapse mode that the ZS80 does not offer. A drifting cloud or a sunset can be condensed in camera without stitching frames on a computer. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 4K | 4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | No |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4, MOV | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 81/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe XP140 is the one to take to the beach or on rainy hikes, because its weather sealing is protection the ZS80 does not carry. The ZS80 answers with a flip screen for self-portraits and vlogging, plus a more detailed rear panel at 1,040,000 dots against 920,000. Both offer a 3-inch touchscreen, a built-in flash, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Neither camera has GPS, so neither tags photos with location data. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
✗ | ✗ |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
 Yes | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
9200001150001500000 | 10400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
No |  Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 27/100 | 35/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe ZS80 holds a clear stamina advantage, rated for 380 shots against 240 for the XP140. Both take a single SD, SDHC or SDXC card at UHS-I speed, with no second slot on either. The XP140 adds internal storage, giving you somewhere to keep shooting if a card fills up or is left at home. Both charge over USB, which suits topping up from a laptop or power bank. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible), Internal Storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | NP-45S | DMW-BLG10 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
240 shots1505000 | 380 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the XP140 for beach days and rainy hikes, where its weather sealing offers protection the ZS80 lacks. It weighs 207 g, and its built-in timelapse condenses a sunset without a computer. Choose the ZS80 when framing control and stamina matter more. Its electronic viewfinder gives eye-level framing in bright daylight, the flip screen aids self-portraits, 20 MP allows tighter crops, and the 380-shot rating suits longer days out.