Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic FZ70

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was unveiled 6 months later than the FZ70 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades versus the FZ70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8600 offers outer measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic FZ70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 vs the FZ70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8600 and FZ70 is 76 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8600 and FZ70.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files although you should take the release date of the products into consideration.