Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic FZ1000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and FZ1000 (20MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm S4500 was introduced 3 years prior to the FZ1000 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S4500 matches up versus the FZ1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4500 has got physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 has proportions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") and a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic FZ1000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 versus the FZ1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4500 and FZ1000 is 67 and 55 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S4500 and FZ1000.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S4500 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FZ1000 will render extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4500 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.