Fujifilm SL1000 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was revealed 24 months later than the ZS10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm SL1000 grades versus the ZS10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL1000 provides physical 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 ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 compared to the ZS10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL1000 and ZS10 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL1000 and ZS10.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm SL1000 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm SL1000 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.