Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic ZS45

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm SL240 versus Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was launched 4 years before the ZS45 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm SL240 matches up versus the ZS45 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL240 has outside dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm SL240 versus Panasonic ZS45 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus the ZS45.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL240 and ZS45 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL240 and ZS45.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS45 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL240 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.