Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced March 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Introduced July 2013

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8400W was revealed 3 months before the FZ70 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S8400W grades versus the FZ70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Panasonic FZ70
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Fujifilm S8400W
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Panasonic FZ70
Fujifilm S8400W | FZ70 | |||
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Introduced | March 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8400W provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W vs the FZ70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and FZ70 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and FZ70.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of images although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account.

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Fujifilm S8400W vs Panasonic FZ70 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-03-22 | 2013-07-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 201k dot | 202k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 13.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 pounds) | 606 gr (1.34 pounds) |
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 All around 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 | 300 images | 400 images |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $300 |