Fujifilm S8300 vs Panasonic FZ28

Following is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm S8300 and Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was announced 4 years after the FZ28 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades versus the FZ28 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 has got exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S8300 and Panasonic FZ28 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 compared to the FZ28.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and FZ28 is 61 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8300 and FZ28.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S8300 to show extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8300 provides an edge in sensor innovation.