Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic FZ200

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm S1 versus Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was launched 18 months after the FZ200 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm S1 scores versus the FZ200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1 features external measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

See the Fujifilm S1 versus Panasonic FZ200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the FZ200.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 and FZ200 is 60 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 and FZ200.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S1 to render more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.