Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic ZS20

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was launched 9 months after the ZS20 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm S8200 grades vs the ZS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 enjoys outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S8200 vs Panasonic ZS20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 against the ZS20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8200 and ZS20 is 61 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and ZS20.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm S8200 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.