Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ150

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm S9800 versus Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9800 was manufactured 2 years after the FZ150 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores vs the FZ150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9800 provides external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S9800 versus Panasonic FZ150 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and the FZ150.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and FZ150 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9800 and FZ150.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm S9800 to result in greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S9800 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.