FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic FZ200

Here is a thorough review of the FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was unveiled 3 years before the FZ200 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S1800 matches up vs the FZ200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1800 has outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ200 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1800 vs Panasonic FZ200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S1800 and the FZ200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and FZ200 is 78 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and FZ200.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older S1800 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.