Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic ZS10

Following is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9800 was introduced 4 years after the ZS10 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores against the ZS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9800 provides outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS10 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the ZS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9800 and ZS10 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9800 and ZS10.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9800 to result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9800 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.