Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Panasonic ZS45

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and ZS45 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was brought out 4 years prior to the ZS45 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR scores against the ZS45 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus the ZS45.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and ZS45 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and ZS45.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same MP but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F600 EXR includes the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The older Fujifilm F600 EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.