FujiFilm HS10 vs Panasonic FZ70

Here, we are reviewing the FujiFilm HS10 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the HS10 (10MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HS10 was brought out 4 years earlier than the FZ70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the HS10 scores versus the FZ70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm HS10 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm HS10 offers outer dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 666 grams (1.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm HS10 and Panasonic FZ70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the HS10 vs the FZ70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HS10 and FZ70 is 60 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HS10 and FZ70.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ70 to provide greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged HS10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.