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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28

Portability
61
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 front
Portability
72
Imaging
32
Features
30
Overall
31

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8400W
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Revealed March 2013
Panasonic FZ28
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
  • Introduced January 2009
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S8400W versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was revealed 4 years after the FZ28 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S8400W grades against the FZ28 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Panasonic FZ28

 Fujifilm S8400W FZ28 
IntroducedMarch 2013January 2009More modern by 51 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Fujifilm S8400W

 FZ28 Fujifilm S8400W 

Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Panasonic FZ28

 Fujifilm S8400W FZ28 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8400W has got outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8400W versus Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W compared to the FZ28.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8400W and FZ28 is 61 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8400W and FZ28.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S8400W to provide greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8400W will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W Portrait photography features
Panasonic FZ28 Portrait photography features
39
has manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
35
you can focus manually
delivers RAW files
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Street photography camera
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than average (670g)
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W Sports photography factors
Panasonic FZ28 Sports photography factors
52
great zoom range (24-1056mm 44.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
features tracking focus
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
32
great zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm S8400W
Travel photography with Panasonic FZ28
52
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
long zoom (1056mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (670g)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
52
has built in flash
rather wide (27mm)
long zoom (486mm)
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Landscape photography camera
46
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
40
you can focus manually
rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W Vlogging info
Panasonic FZ28 Vlogging info
24
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing mic socket
heavier than average (670 grams)
24
rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic socket
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8400W and Panasonic FZ28
 Fujifilm FinePix S8400WPanasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix S8400W Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2013-03-22 2009-01-15
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 12800 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-1056mm (44.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Max aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focus range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 201k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1700 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 7.00 m 8.50 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2)
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) 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 670 gr (1.48 pounds) 417 gr (0.92 pounds)
Dimensions 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 27
DXO Color Depth score not tested 17.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.1
DXO Low light score not tested 79
Other
Battery life 300 photographs -
Battery type AA -
Battery model 4 x AA -
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $300 $599