Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Panasonic ZS70

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Panasonic ZS70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and ZS70 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was introduced 6 years before the ZS70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades against the ZS70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

See the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs the ZS70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and ZS70 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and ZS70.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS70 will render extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z1000EXR will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.