Fujifilm SL1000 vs Panasonic FZ100

Following is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was brought out 2 years after the FZ100 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up against the FZ100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL1000 offers outside dimensions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") and a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Panasonic FZ100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus the FZ100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and FZ100 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL1000 and FZ100.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm SL1000 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm SL1000 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.