Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic SZ1

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Panasonic SZ1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and SZ1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was revealed 5 months before the SZ1 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR matches up versus the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and SZ1 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and SZ1.

As you can see, both cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F600 EXR offers the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field easier.