Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ28
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Launched January 2009
(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
- Introduced January 2009

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8100fd was introduced about the same time to the FZ28 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades vs the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Panasonic FZ28
Fujifilm S8100fd | FZ28 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
FZ28 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic FZ28
Fujifilm S8100fd | FZ28 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8100fd has physical dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
See the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd against the FZ28.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and FZ28 is 75 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8100fd and FZ28.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | 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 | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 gr (0.89 lbs) | 417 gr (0.92 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $599 |