FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic FZ150

In this write-up, we will be comparing the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) and the HS20 EXR (1/2") and FZ150 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The HS20 EXR was unveiled 15 months earlier than the FZ150 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the HS20 EXR grades vs the FZ150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR provides outside measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the FZ150.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HS20 EXR and FZ150 is 58 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HS20 EXR and FZ150.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HS20 EXR having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will give you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged HS20 EXR is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.