Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS70

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S8600 vs Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the ZS70 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm S8600 matches up versus the ZS70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8600 has got exterior dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 compared to the ZS70.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS70 is 76 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8600 and ZS70.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8600 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.