Fujifilm SL1000 vs Panasonic FZ150

In this article, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm SL1000 and Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was brought out 10 months later than the FZ150 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores vs the FZ150 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL1000 enjoys outer dimensions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus the FZ150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL1000 and FZ150 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm SL1000 and FZ150.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm SL1000 to produce greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm SL1000 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.