FujiFilm F80EXR vs Panasonic S2

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm F80EXR versus Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the F80EXR (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the F80EXR (1/2") and S2 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The F80EXR was manufactured 19 months prior to the S2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the F80EXR scores versus the S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F80EXR Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm F80EXR enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the FujiFilm F80EXR versus Panasonic S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the F80EXR and the S2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F80EXR and S2 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the F80EXR and S2.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The F80EXR because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S2 will resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older F80EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.