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Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10

Portability
67
Imaging
38
Features
39
Overall
38
Fujifilm FinePix SL240 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front
Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40

Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs

Fujifilm SL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Panasonic ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm SL240 versus Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was unveiled 12 months after the ZS10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm SL240 matches up vs the ZS10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL240 over the Panasonic ZS10

 Fujifilm SL240 ZS10 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2011More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Fujifilm SL240

 ZS10 Fujifilm SL240 
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Common features in the Fujifilm SL240 and Panasonic ZS10

 Fujifilm SL240 ZS10 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen size
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL240 enjoys exterior dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm SL240 versus Panasonic ZS10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus the ZS10.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL240 and ZS10 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison

Often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL240 and ZS10.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm SL240 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic ZS10 Portrait photography advice
38
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
comes with face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
30
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm SL240
Street photography with Panasonic ZS10
43
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than competition in class (510 grams)
65
image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
lighter than competitors in class (219g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZS10 as a Sports photography camera
47
excellent zoom range (24-576mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
47
long zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (260 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm SL240
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS10
54
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very long reach (576mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (510 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
67
lighter than competitors in class (219 grams)
provides focus via touch
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (384mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
low battery life (260 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic ZS10 Landscape photography advice
41
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
42
really wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
low battery life (260 per charge)
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm SL240 Vlogging factors
Panasonic ZS10 Vlogging factors
24
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detection autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (510 grams)
34
really wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (219 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have microphone socket
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm SL240 and Panasonic ZS10
 Fujifilm FinePix SL240Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix SL240 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-01-05 2011-01-25
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-576mm (24.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 2cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97% -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm�7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m�3.6 m) 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 510 grams (1.12 lbs) 219 grams (0.48 lbs)
Dimensions 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 300 pictures 260 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-85 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $280 $350