Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Panasonic SZ8
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Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 151g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released April 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2014
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Here is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Panasonic SZ8, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z900EXR (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm Z900EXR (1/2") and SZ8 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.
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Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z900EXR scores against the SZ8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z900EXR over the Panasonic SZ8
| Fujifilm Z900EXR | SZ8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Fujifilm Z900EXR
| SZ8 | Fujifilm Z900EXR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2014 |  | April 2011 | Fresher by 33 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z900EXR and Panasonic SZ8
| Fujifilm Z900EXR | SZ8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z900EXR has external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Panasonic SZ8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z900EXR vs the SZ8.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z900EXR and SZ8 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z900EXR and SZ8.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z900EXR uses the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The older Fujifilm Z900EXR will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-04-05 | 2014-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR | Venus Engine |
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.20 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 151g (0.33 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 220 photos | 200 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $380 | $275 |
