Fujifilm X70 vs Fujifilm X10

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X70 and the Fujifilm X10, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X70 was introduced in January 2016 and Fujifilm X10 was introduced in July 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X70 Highlights

      • 16.3 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 200 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 77 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 1,040k dot Tilting Screen
      • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Fujifilm X10 Highlights

      • 12 MP 2/3-inch EXR-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points (49 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.80" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X70 and Fujifilm X10.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/1000 sec
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low DxO Overall Score - 50
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 2.80"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

      Advantage of Fujifilm X70

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X70 over Fujifilm X10.

      Fujifilm X70 vs Fujifilm X10
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 2/3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.3 Megapixel vs 12 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 3,200
      Higher Boosted ISO 51,200 vs 12,800
      Max Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 vs 4000 x 3000
      Timelapse Recording vs
      More Focus Points 77 vs 49
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Min Normal Focus Distance 10 cm vs 50 cm
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.80"
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,040k dot vs 460k dot
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz) vs 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      Longer Battery Life 330 shots vs 270 shots

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      Advantage of Fujifilm X10

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X10 over Fujifilm X70.

      Fujifilm X70 vs Fujifilm X10
      Cheaper $799/£549 vs $599.95/EU: €633.19/UK: £499.99
      Lower Native ISO 200 vs 100
      Reachs More Telephoto 28 mm vs 112 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 1x vs 4x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.8 vs f/2.0
      Image Stabilization vs
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 8.0 fps vs 10.0 fps
      Average Metering vs
      Speaker vs Mono

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X70 Fujifilm X10
        Cheap$799/£549$599.95/EU: €633.19/UK: £499.99
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO6,4003,200
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Micro Mini
        Light340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X70 Fujifilm X10
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life330 shots270 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X70 has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 1,040k dot resolution and Fujifilm X10 has a 2.80" Fixed screen with 460k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Fujifilm X70 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Fujifilm X70 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

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      Fujifilm X70 with Tilting screen


      Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder on Fujifilm X10

      Fujifilm X10 has a built-in Optical (tunnel) viewfinder. It has a 85% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm X70.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X70 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Fujifilm X10 features a 12 megapixel 2/3-inch EXR-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 8.8 x 6.6 mm and a total area of 43.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X70 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3:2 (3456 x 2304, 2496 x 1664), 16:9 (4896 x 2760, 3456 x 1944, 2496 x 1408), 1:1 (3264 x 3264, 2304 x 2304, 1664 x 1664) with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm X10 is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution.

      Image Stabilization on Fujifilm X10

      Fujifilm X10 has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X70 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      NFC on Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X70 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm X70 has a Micro HDMI and Fujifilm X10 has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X70 comes with NP-95 battery pack with battery life of 330 shots and Fujifilm X10 comes with NP-50 battery pack with battery life of 270 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X70, and up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X10. Fujifilm X70 can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps. Fujifilm X10 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.90 m at ISO 1600 5.5m at ISO 100 on Fujifilm X70 and 9.00 m on Fujifilm X10. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/1000 sec on Fujifilm X10.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X70 body has dimensions of 113 x 64 x 44 mm (4.45 x 2.52 x 1.73") and Fujifilm X10 body has dimensions of 117 x 70 x 57 mm (4.61 x 2.76 x 2.24"). Fujifilm X70 weighs 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz) and Fujifilm X10 weighs 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz).

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      113 mm

      64 mm

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      117 mm

      70 mm

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      64 mm

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      70 mm

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      44 mm

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      57 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X70 and Fujifilm X10

      Fujifilm X70 and Fujifilm X10 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      GOOD
      71
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      GOOD
      74
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      80
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.80"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/1000 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      GOOD
      84
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      GOOD
      83
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X70 and Fujifilm X10 and give them scores of 69 and 62 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      OVERALL
      69
      OVERALL
      62

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Low DxO Overall Score - 50

      Photo

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      GOOD
      73
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/1000 sec

      Video

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      GOOD
      81
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.80"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X70

      Fujifilm X10

      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 270 shots


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