Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic ZS1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm S9800 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") posses different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm S9800 was manufactured 5 years after the ZS1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm S9800 matches up against the ZS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9800 enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and the ZS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9800 and ZS1 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9800 and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S9800 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm S9800 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9800 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.