FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic FZ70

In this write-up, we are matching up the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is very well matched but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and FZ70 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The HS20 EXR was unveiled 3 years earlier than the FZ70 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the HS20 EXR scores vs the FZ70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR enjoys outer dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") and a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Panasonic FZ70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the HS20 EXR and the FZ70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HS20 EXR and FZ70 is 58 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and FZ70.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The HS20 EXR offers the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The older HS20 EXR is going to be behind in sensor technology.