Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S8600 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm S8600 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") boast different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S8600 was brought out 6 years prior to the FZ1000 II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8600 matches up versus the FZ1000 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8600 enjoys external measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 II has sizing of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8600 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 vs the FZ1000 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and FZ1000 II is 76 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8600 and FZ1000 II.

All in all, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S8600 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.