FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic FZ150

Lets look much closer at the FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was unveiled 3 years prior to the FZ150 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the S1600 grades versus the FZ150 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 has got external measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the S1600 compared to the FZ150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and FZ150 is 78 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1600 and FZ150.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older S1600 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.