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Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28

Portability
66
Imaging
40
Features
37
Overall
38
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 front
Portability
72
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs

Fujifilm S4800
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
  • Released January 2013
Panasonic FZ28
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
  • Announced January 2009
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview

Here is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm S4800 was launched 4 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm S4800 scores versus the FZ28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Panasonic FZ28

 Fujifilm S4800 FZ28 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2009Fresher by 50 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Fujifilm S4800

 FZ28 Fujifilm S4800 
Focus manually More accurate focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm S4800 and Panasonic FZ28

 Fujifilm S4800 FZ28 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4800 enjoys external dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 against the FZ28.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4800 and FZ28 is 66 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4800 and FZ28.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S4800 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S4800 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm S4800
Portrait photography with Panasonic FZ28
37
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
35
manual focus
delivers RAW files
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S4800 Street photography advice
Panasonic FZ28 Street photography advice
43
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than average in class (518 grams)
56
image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S4800 Sports photography details
Panasonic FZ28 Sports photography details
48
amazing zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16MP)
has tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
33
incredible zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S4800 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Travel photography camera
54
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
great zoom (720mm)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (518g)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
52
built-in flash
really wide (27mm)
long zoom (486mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S4800 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FZ28 Landscape photography highlights
42
fairly wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse function
40
manual focus
really wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S4800 Vlogging details
Panasonic FZ28 Vlogging details
24
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone support
more heavy than average in class (518g)
24
really wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S4800 and Panasonic FZ28
 Fujifilm FinePix S4800Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix S4800 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-30 2009-01-15
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-720mm (30.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focus range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) 8.50 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2)
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 518 grams (1.14 lbs) 417 grams (0.92 lbs)
Dimensions 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 27
DXO Color Depth score not tested 17.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.1
DXO Low light score not tested 79
Other
Battery model 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $229 $599