FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic FZ100

Here, we will be comparing the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is pretty close but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and FZ100 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The HS20 EXR was unveiled 6 months later than the FZ100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the HS20 EXR matches up versus the FZ100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR has 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) while the Panasonic FZ100 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the HS20 EXR compared to the FZ100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and FZ100 is 58 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HS20 EXR and FZ100.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The HS20 EXR having a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.