Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic SZ8

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm SL240 and Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was introduced 24 months prior to the SZ8 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm SL240 scores versus the SZ8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL240 features physical dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm SL240 and Panasonic SZ8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus the SZ8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL240 and SZ8 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL240 and SZ8.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic SZ8 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL240 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.