Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic GF1

Following is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic GF1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8600 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S8600 was introduced 4 years after the GF1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S8600 scores against the GF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8600 provides physical measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has sizing of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic GF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 and the GF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and GF1 is 76 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8600 and GF1.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S8600 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Fujifilm S8600 will produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8600 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.