Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ1000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm S4800 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm S4800 was unveiled 16 months prior to the FZ1000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S4800 grades versus the FZ1000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4800 enjoys exterior dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 has dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 vs the FZ1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4800 and FZ1000 is 66 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4800 and FZ1000.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S4800 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ1000 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4800 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.