FujiFilm S3200 vs Panasonic FZ300

Lets look much closer at the FujiFilm S3200 versus Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was launched 5 years before the FZ300 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S3200 grades versus the FZ300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm S3200 enjoys external dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ300 has specifications of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S3200 compared to the FZ300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3200 and FZ300 is 67 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3200 and FZ300.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the FujiFilm S3200 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged S3200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.