Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS20
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS20 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS15
- Successor is Panasonic ZS25
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and ZS20 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm S8100fd was introduced 4 years prior to the ZS20 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm S8100fd scores versus the ZS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Panasonic ZS20
Fujifilm S8100fd | ZS20 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
ZS20 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Introduced | April 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 39 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic ZS20
Fujifilm S8100fd | ZS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8100fd features outer dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic ZS20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd compared to the ZS20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZS20 is 75 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZS20.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS20 to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2012-04-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 lb) | 206 grams (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $349 |