FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic ZS20
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(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
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced April 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS15
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS25

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Lets look much closer at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1600 was revealed 3 years earlier than the ZS20 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S1600 matches up vs the ZS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Panasonic ZS20
S1600 | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the FujiFilm S1600
ZS20 | S1600 | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 27 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Panasonic ZS20
S1600 | ZS20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1600 offers external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S1600 versus Panasonic ZS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S1600 and the ZS20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and ZS20 is 78 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and ZS20.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS20 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged S1600 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Also Known as | FinePix S1770 | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2012-04-26 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
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 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
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 | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $130 | $349 |