Fujifilm S2000HD vs Panasonic FZ150

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm S2000HD vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S2000HD was unveiled 4 years prior to the FZ150 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S2000HD matches up vs the FZ150 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S2000HD enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S2000HD vs Panasonic FZ150 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S2000HD compared to the FZ150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S2000HD and FZ150 is 75 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S2000HD and FZ150.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ150 to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S2000HD will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.