Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic FZ1000

Below, we are analyzing the Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic FZ1000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is very close but the Fujifilm S9900w (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm S9900w was manufactured 8 months later than the FZ1000 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S9900w scores versus the FZ1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9900w & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S9900w has outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 has proportions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S9900w vs Panasonic FZ1000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w vs the FZ1000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9900w and FZ1000 is 61 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9900w and FZ1000.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm S9900w featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic FZ1000 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S9900w is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.