Clicky

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10

Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
41
Features
34
Overall
38

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs

FujiFilm S1600
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S1770
Panasonic SZ10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
  • Revealed January 2015
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview

Lets look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

The S1600 was introduced 5 years prior to the SZ10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S1600 scores vs the SZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming
	
	

Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Panasonic SZ10

 S1600 SZ10 

Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the FujiFilm S1600

 SZ10 S1600 
RevealedJanuary 2015February 2010Newer by 59 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Panasonic SZ10

 S1600 SZ10 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1600 enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm S1600 versus Panasonic SZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S1600 compared to the SZ10.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1600 and SZ10 is 78 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1600 and SZ10.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged S1600 will be behind in sensor technology.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic SZ10 Portrait photography highlights
21
no manual focus
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
36
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm S1600
Street photography with Panasonic SZ10
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
70
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (177 grams)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic SZ10 as a Sports photography camera
34
long zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
slow frames per second (1.4 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (200 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S1600
Travel photography with Panasonic SZ10
55
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
long zoom (420mm)
does not have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
67
lighter than competition (177g)
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
very long zoom (288mm)
no Timelapse recording
terrible battery (200 CIPA)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Landscape photography features
Panasonic SZ10 Landscape photography features
36
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
42
pretty wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery (200 shots)
no Timelapse recording
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Vlogging details
Panasonic SZ10 Vlogging details
25
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone socket
32
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
lighter than competition (177 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone port
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S1600 and Panasonic SZ10
 FujiFilm FinePix S1600Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix S1600 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10
Otherwise known as FinePix S1770 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-02-02 2015-01-06
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-420mm (15.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Maximum aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focus distance 2cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 99% -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 1.4 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m 5.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337 grams (0.74 pounds) 177 grams (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 200 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $130 $200