Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic FZ100

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm SL240 versus Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was announced 18 months after the FZ100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm SL240 grades against the FZ100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL240 comes with outside measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

See the Fujifilm SL240 versus Panasonic FZ100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 against the FZ100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL240 and FZ100 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL240 and FZ100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm SL240 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.