Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic SZ8

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and SZ8 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was launched 3 years prior to the SZ8 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR scores vs the SZ8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm F600 EXR provides physical measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Panasonic SZ8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus the SZ8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and SZ8 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and SZ8.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F600 EXR offers the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF easier. The older Fujifilm F600 EXR is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.