Fujifilm T500 vs Panasonic FZ70

In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm T500 and Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T500 was released 6 months before the FZ70 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm T500 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm T500 scores versus the FZ70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm T500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T500 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T500 against the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T500 and FZ70 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T500 and FZ70.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account.