Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ200
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
- Launched July 2012
- Older Model is Panasonic FZ100
- Successor is Panasonic FZ300
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ200 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 versus Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm S9800 was introduced 2 years later than the FZ200 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores versus the FZ200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Panasonic FZ200
Fujifilm S9800 | FZ200 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | July 2012 | Fresher by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ200 over the Fujifilm S9800
FZ200 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic FZ200
Fujifilm S9800 | FZ200 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ200 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9800 features external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ200 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S9800 versus Panasonic FZ200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the FZ200.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9800 and FZ200 is 61 and 65 respectively.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ200 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9800 and FZ200.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S9800 to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9800 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ200 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FZ200 Specifications
Fujifilm S9800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm S9800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine VII FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | 1,312 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 13.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/4000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (240, 120, 30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 pounds) | 588 gr (1.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 540 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $499 |