Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic SZ7

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was manufactured around the same time to the SZ7 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades against the SZ7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JZ100 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 against the SZ7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and SZ7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JZ100 and SZ7.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos however you really should take the age of the products into consideration.