Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic FZ70
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Launched July 2013

Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Overview
Let's look closer at the Fujifilm S8200 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8200 was launched 6 months prior to the FZ70 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up vs the FZ70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Panasonic FZ70
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Fujifilm S8200
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8200 and Panasonic FZ70
Fujifilm S8200 | FZ70 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8200 offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8200 and Panasonic FZ70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 against the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8200 and FZ70 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8200 and FZ70.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

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Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic FZ70 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2013-07-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | 202 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 13.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 606 gr (1.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 171 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $450 | $300 |