Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and FZ1000 II (20MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm S4500 was announced 8 years earlier than the FZ1000 II which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm S4500 matches up vs the FZ1000 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 & Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4500 features external dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 II has measurements of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 compared to the FZ1000 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4500 and FZ1000 II is 67 and 55 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4500 and FZ1000 II.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S4500 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will resolve extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S4500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.