Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS70

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4500 was launched 6 years earlier than the ZS70 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S4500 grades vs the ZS70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4500 has outside measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 and the ZS70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4500 and ZS70 is 67 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4500 and ZS70.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S4500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.