Fujifilm T400 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm T400 versus Panasonic ZS50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T400 was manufactured 4 years prior to the ZS50 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm T400 scores against the ZS50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm T400 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm T400 has external dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm T400 versus Panasonic ZS50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm T400 and the ZS50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T400 and ZS50 is 93 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T400 and ZS50.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm T400 to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm T400 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.