FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

Here is a extensive assessment of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (20MP) is fairly similar but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and FZ1000 II (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The HS20 EXR was unveiled 9 years before the FZ1000 II and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the HS20 EXR grades against the FZ1000 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR features outside measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 II has specifications of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Panasonic FZ1000 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the HS20 EXR against the FZ1000 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and FZ1000 II is 58 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HS20 EXR and FZ1000 II.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HS20 EXR having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older HS20 EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.