Fujifilm F900EXR vs Panasonic FZ200

Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm F900EXR vs Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm F900EXR (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F900EXR (1/2") and FZ200 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F900EXR was introduced 7 months after the FZ200 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm F900EXR being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm F900EXR matches up versus the FZ200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F900EXR Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F900EXR provides external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ200 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F900EXR vs Panasonic FZ200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm F900EXR versus the FZ200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F900EXR and FZ200 is 90 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F900EXR and FZ200.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F900EXR having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F900EXR will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm F900EXR will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.