Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS45

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS45, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ200 was introduced 4 years prior to the ZS45 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm JZ200 grades against the ZS45 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JZ200 features external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 compared to the ZS45.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ200 and ZS45 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JZ200 and ZS45.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm JZ200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.