Fujifilm S8300 vs Panasonic FZ100

Below is a detailed review of the Fujifilm S8300 vs Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was manufactured 2 years later than the FZ100 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades against the FZ100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 has external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8300 vs Panasonic FZ100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 vs the FZ100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and FZ100 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8300 and FZ100.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8300 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8300 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.