Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-900mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 450g - 121 x 81 x 65mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS15
- New Model is Panasonic ZS25
Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Fujifilm S8600 was unveiled 21 months later than the ZS20 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm S8600 scores against the ZS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8600 over the Panasonic ZS20
Fujifilm S8600 | ZS20 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | April 2012 | More recent by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Fujifilm S8600
ZS20 | Fujifilm S8600 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic ZS20
Fujifilm S8600 | ZS20 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8600 comes with exterior dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8600 and Panasonic ZS20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 and the ZS20.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS20 is 76 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS20.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S8600 to deliver more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8600 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2012-04-26 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-900mm (36.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 450 gr (0.99 lbs) | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 81 x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 3 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $200 | $349 |