Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ100

Here is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm S4800 and Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4800 was brought out 2 years later than the FZ100 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S4800 grades against the FZ100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4800 features outside dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") having a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S4800 and Panasonic FZ100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 against the FZ100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4800 and FZ100 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4800 and FZ100.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4800 to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S4800 should have an advantage in sensor tech.