Fujifilm F200EXR vs Panasonic FX700

Following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm F200EXR versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") and FX700 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F200EXR was unveiled 14 months before the FX700 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm F200EXR scores against the FX700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F200EXR has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F200EXR versus Panasonic FX700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm F200EXR versus the FX700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F200EXR and FX700 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F200EXR and FX700.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F200EXR having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FX700 will deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F200EXR is going to be behind in sensor innovation.