Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic FZ80

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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Panasonic FZ80

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APS-C 368.2mm²
16.3 megapixels
ISO 200 - 6400

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm X-E1 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the X-E1.

1/2.3 inch 28.1mm²
18.1 megapixels
20.00mm - 1200.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Panasonic FZ80 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the FZ80.

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Differences

Fujifilm X-E1 advantages over Panasonic FZ80

Larger sensor
APS-C vs 1/2.3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 4.82 vs 1.26 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Thinner
38 mm vs 119 mm
Thinner
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
Bulb shutter
Bulb vs No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 6400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Panasonic FZ80 advantages over Fujifilm X-E1

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Newer
8 years vs 12 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
More dots on screen
1040k vs 460k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Longer exposure
60 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Faster JPEG shooting
10.0 fps vs 5.5 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-camera panoramas
Both provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
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
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

Produces superior image quality that's better than many DSLRs; Handsome and functional camera design recalls classic rangefinder models; Surprisingly good kit lens.
Mixed-bag operational performance, with sluggish startup and mediocre autofocus speed and shot-to-shot times; Video quality is only so-so.
Read our Fujifilm X-E1 Review

We haven’t finished our review of the Panasonic FZ80, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Panasonic FZ80 Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX300

Fujifilm X-E1

Samsung NX300

$899
APS-C

Lens selection
Eye-level viewfinder

$1200
APS-C

Less expensive
Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300

Panasonic FZ80

Samsung NX300

$348
1/2.3 inch

Eye-level viewfinder
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1200
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX300

Compared to Fujifilm X-E2

Fujifilm X-E1

Fujifilm X-E2

$899
APS-C

$899
APS-C

Built-in Wi-Fi
On-sensor phase detect

Compare Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2

Panasonic FZ80

Fujifilm X-E2

$348
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$899
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Fujifilm X-E2

Compared to Fujifilm S1

Fujifilm X-E1

Fujifilm S1

$899
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$349
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm S1

Panasonic FZ80

Fujifilm S1

$348
1/2.3 inch

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$349
1/2.3 inch

Tilt-swivel screen
Slower slow-motion

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Fujifilm S1

Compared to Sony HX400V

Fujifilm X-E1

Sony HX400V

$899
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$448
1/2.3 inch

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Tiltable Screen

Compare Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony HX400V

Panasonic FZ80

Sony HX400V

$348
1/2.3 inch

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$448
1/2.3 inch

Tiltable Screen
NFC

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Sony HX400V

Compared to Fujifilm X-T10

Fujifilm X-E1

Fujifilm X-T10

$899
APS-C

Bigger JPEG buffer
Bigger RAW buffer

$1099
APS-C

Tiltable Screen
Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-T10

Panasonic FZ80

Fujifilm X-T10

$348
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1099
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Fujifilm X-T10

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