FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic LZ20

Here is a extended comparison of the FujiFilm S1600 versus Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was released 3 years earlier than the LZ20 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S1600 scores vs the LZ20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1600 offers exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has specifications of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Panasonic LZ20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1600 compared to the LZ20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and LZ20 is 78 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and LZ20.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic LZ20 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S1600 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.