Fujifilm S4200 vs Panasonic FZ300

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm S4200 versus Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4200 was brought out 4 years before the FZ300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades versus the FZ300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4200 has outside dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ300 has proportions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S4200 versus Panasonic FZ300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 and the FZ300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4200 and FZ300 is 67 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4200 and FZ300.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4200 to result in more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.