Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic SZ10

Following is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm SL240 and Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was launched 4 years prior to the SZ10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm SL240 grades versus the SZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL240 has got outside measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") having a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 vs the SZ10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL240 and SZ10 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL240 and SZ10.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL240 will be behind in sensor tech.